SAD Act

Truthful Advertising Regarding Services: The bill prohibits anyone from engaging in deceptive advertising that claims they offer or provide contraception, abortion services, or referrals for such services (Section 3(a)(1)). This could prevent people from being misled about what a provider actually offers.

Transparency of Medical Staffing: The act makes it unlawful to misrepresent that a person employs or offers access to licensed medical personnel (Section 3(a)(2)). This would ensure that people know whether the people providing care are licensed professionals.

Protection of Consumer Rights: The Federal Trade Commission is authorized to seek damages, restitution, or other compensation on behalf of aggrieved consumers (Section 3(c)(4)(A)(v)). This provides a potential way for people harmed by deceptive advertising to seek recourse.

Financial Penalties for Violators: Any person who violates the act can be punished with a civil penalty of up to $100,000 or 50 percent of the revenue earned by the ultimate parent entity during the preceding 12-month period (Section 3(d)).

Legal Burdens for Organizations: The Commission has the authority to bring civil actions to enjoin violations, enforce compliance, and obtain injunctions (Section 3(c)(4)(A)). This includes the power to apply these regulations to nonprofit organizations (Section 3(c)(3)).