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2001 SESSION

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(SB1211)

AMENDMENT(S) REJECTED BY THE SENATE

SEN. BYRNE (WITHDRAWN)

    Line 4, introduced, Title, after 16.1-77

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    Line 64, introduced, after woman

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        at least twenty-four hours

        SEN. BYRNE

    Line 69, introduced, after physician.

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        If the woman chooses, the basic information to effect informed written consent shall be provided to the woman at least twenty-four hours before the abortion.

        SEN. BYRNE (WITHDRAWN)

    Line 137, introduced, after line 136

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        A. Due to the serious adverse events associated with its use, before prescribing sildenafil, also known as Viagra, as a treatment for erectile dysfunction, a physician shall obtain the informed written consent of the patient.

        B. At least twenty-four hours in advance of issuing the prescription, the physician shall by telephone or in person, inform the patient of all potential risks associated with the use of sildenafil, including a full, reasonable and comprehensible medical explanation of the nature, benefits and dangers of its use, as well as alternatives, including abstinence.

        C. Any physician who fails to comply with the provisions of this section shall be subject to a $2,500 civil penalty.

        SEN. PULLER

    Line 67, introduced, after physician

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        remainder of line 67, all of line 68, and line 69 through referring physician

        SEN. PULLER

    Line 79, introduced

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        all of lines 79 through 93

        SEN. PULLER

    Line 107, introduced

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        all of lines 107 through 134

        SEN. TICER

    Line 65, introduced, after referring physician,

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        by a member of the clergy,

        SEN. WHIPPLE

    Line 65, introduced, after physician,

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        licensed professional counselor,

        SEN. EDWARDS

    Line 63, introduced

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        The

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        Except in facilities providing full on-site adoption and prenatal services, the

        SEN. HOWELL

    Line 135, introduced

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        all of lines 135 and 136

        SEN. HOWELL

    Line 136, introduced, after penalty.

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        F. Any person who telephones and requests information from a physician or licensed professional or practical nurse as required under subsection B, who claims to be pregnant and knows that they are not, shall be guilty of a Class 3 misdemeanor. Each call made shall constitute a separate offense.

        SEN. LUCAS

    Line 106, introduced, after function

      insert

        or substantial physical injury