Louisiana Lawmakers Approve Bill to Classify Abortion Pills as Controlled Substances
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Louisiana lawmakers have passed a bill to classify abortion pills mifepristone and misoprostol as Schedule IV controlled substances, making possession without a prescription a crime punishable by jail time and fines. Despite the FDA's stance that these medications are safe and not prone to abuse, the legislation aims to curb their illicit distribution. The bill now awaits the signature of Governor Jeff Landry, who is expected to approve it. Medical professionals warn that this could lead to delays in treatment for non-abortion-related medical needs.
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- Louisiana Lawmakers Vote to Make Abortion Pills Controlled Substances The New York Times
- Louisiana Senate passes bill that would classify abortion drugs as controlled dangerous substances CNN
- Louisiana Legislature votes to make abortion pills controlled dangerous substances under first-of-its-kind measure ABC News
- Louisiana House passes bill making abortion pills controlled substances The Washington Post
- Louisiana legislature approves bill to classify abortion pills as controlled substances CBS News
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