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Arkansas House Bill HB1834

Arkansas 2023 Regular Session

Arkansas House Bill HB1834

Introduced
4/3/23  
Refer
4/3/23  

Caption

To Amend The Abortion Inducing Drugs Safety Act To Increase The Criminal Penalties And Clarify The Civil Penalties.

Impact

The impact of HB1834 on state laws is considerable, providing a more rigid framework for regulating abortion-inducing drugs. Notably, the bill allows for victims of violations to file for malpractice claims, opening pathways for both punitive damages and professional disciplinary actions against healthcare providers. This could lead to a chilling effect among providers concerned about the potential legal repercussions of their practices and could discourage them from offering abortion services due to heightened fear of litigation.

Summary

House Bill 1834 seeks to amend the Abortion-Inducing Drugs Safety Act, with the primary focus on increasing criminal penalties associated with deviations from the law and clarifying civil penalties. The proposed amendments elevate violations of the act to a Class D felony if committed intentionally, knowingly, or recklessly. This change represents a significant shift in how Arkansas addresses violations related to abortion-inducing drugs, indicating a more stringent regulatory environment aimed at tightening control over the administration of these drugs.

Contention

The discussions around HB1834 have revealed significant points of contention. Supporters argue that the bill is necessary to ensure patient safety and to hold practitioners accountable for negligent practices. However, opponents criticize it as an infringement on women's rights and reproductive choice, suggesting that the heightened penalties could serve to intimidate healthcare providers. The division in perspectives highlights broader societal debates surrounding reproductive health and the balance between regulating medical practices and protecting individual rights.

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AR SR16

To Authorize The Introduction Of A Nonappropriation Bill To Amend The Arkansas Data Centers Act Of 2023 And To Amend The Requirements For A Digital Asset Mining Business Or Business Using A Blockchain Network.

AR HR1015

To Authorize The Introduction Of A Nonappropriation Bill To Amend The Arkansas Data Centers Act Of 2023 And To Amend The Requirements For A Digital Asset Mining Business Or Business Using A Blockchain Network.

AR SB79

To Amend The Arkansas Data Centers Act Of 2023; To Provide For The Regulation Of Digital Asset Mining Businesses; And To Declare An Emergency.

AR SB78

To Amend The Arkansas Data Centers Act Of 2023; To Prohibit Foreign-party-controlled Ownership Of A Digital Asset Mining Business; And To Declare An Emergency.

AR HR1009

To Authorize The Introduction Of A Nonappropriation Bill To Amend The Arkansas Data Centers Act Of 2023 And To Prohibit Foreign-party-controlled Ownership Of A Digital Asset Mining Business.

AR SR5

To Authorize The Introduction Of A Nonappropriation Bill To Amend The Arkansas Data Centers Act Of 2023 And To Prohibit Foreign-party-controlled Ownership Of A Digital Asset Mining Business.

AR SR17

To Authorize The Introduction Of A Nonappropriation Bill To Amend The Arkansas Data Centers Acts Of 2023, To Regulate Digital Asset Mining Businesses And Businesses Utilizing A Blockchain Network, And To Declare An Emergency.

AR HR1020

To Authorize The Introduction Of A Nonappropriation Bill To Amend The Arkansas Data Centers Acts Of 2023, To Regulate Digital Asset Mining Businesses And Businesses Utilizing A Blockchain Network, And To Declare An Emergency.

AR SR10

To Authorize The Introduction Of A Nonappropriation Bill To Amend The Uniform Classification And Compensation Act.

AR HR1013

To Authorize The Introduction Of A Nonappropriation Bill To Amend The Uniform Classification And Compensation Act.

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