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or proof or indicia of legislative intent. [R.S. 1:13(B) and 24:177(E)]
HB 488 Original 2016 Regular Session Jackson
Abstract: Increases stringency of qualifications required of physicians who perform elective
abortions.
Present law provides that no person shall perform or induce an elective abortion unless that person
is a physician licensed to practice medicine in this state and is currently enrolled in or has completed
a residency in obstetrics and gynecology or family medicine.
Proposed law revises present law to provide that no person shall perform or induce an elective
abortion unless that person is a physician licensed to practice medicine in this state and is
board-certified or board-eligible in obstetrics and gynecology or family medicine.
(Amends R.S. 40:1061.10(A)(1))