Clean Water for All Life Act

The Clean Water for All Life Act proposes to amend federal law to prohibit the administration of chemical abortion drugs, such as mifepristone and misoprostol, without the physical presence of a healthcare provider. Under this bill, a provider would be required to physically examine the patient and remain at the location where the abortion occurs. This would effectively end the practice of receiving abortion medications through the mail or via telehealth services.

Additionally, the bill aims to regulate the disposal of medical waste resulting from chemical abortions. It would require healthcare providers to supply patients with a "catch kit" and a "red bag" for biohazardous waste. Patients would be instructed to use these kits to collect fetal remains and placental tissue and return them to the provider for professional disposal. The bill's sponsors suggest these measures are necessary to prevent biological material and drug residues from entering public wastewater systems.

If enacted, individuals who provide chemical abortions without meeting these requirements could face criminal penalties. These include fines of up to $50,000 per occurrence and a maximum of five years in federal prison. The bill would also rename the relevant section of the U.S. Code to "Abortion Crimes."