WV Chemical Abortion Prohibition Act

SB 97, the West Virginia Chemical Abortion Prohibition Act, prohibits healthcare providers from prescribing or dispensing abortion drugs unless specific requirements are met. It requires a physical exam before the procedure, the provider’s presence during administration, a follow-up visit within seven days, and provision of a medical waste kit for disposal. Violations could result in fines up to $1,000 or up to three years in prison, though exceptions exist for life-saving procedures. The bill also mandates that drug manufacturers cover cleanup costs if abortion drugs are found in wastewater, and defines key terms like "chemical abortion" and "abortion drug" to clarify prohibited actions.