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On the recordSeptember 22, 1998
Opponents of this bill contend that health care providers in states like Maine that do not have a law requiring parental involvement could still be liable for conspiracy or as accomplices under this legislation. The liability would presumably apply when they perform or participate in performing an abortion on a minor brought into Maine in violation of the proposed statute. Is this analysis correct? Are there any circumstances under which Maine's health care providers performing or participating in the performance of what, under Maine state law, would be legal abortion on a minor, could be held liable under your bill? Would these providers have any new legal responsibilities as a consequence of the enactment of this legislation?
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Susan Collins
Republican · Maine

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Questioning the implications of a bill on health care providers in Maine regarding abortion laws.

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