Media Tip Sheet: Republicans Block Attempt to Repeal Arizona's Near-Total Abortion Ban
April 19, 2024
April 19, 2024
WASHINGTON, April 19 -- George Washington University issued the following news:
Arizona Republicans blocked a vote to repeal an 1864 near-total abortion ban. The 19th century law only provides exceptions to save the life of the pregnant woman.
Only one Republican joined the Democratic minority, leaving one vote short of pushing the bill forward.
The law which was passed before Arizona became a state, makes abortion a felony for anyone who performs or helps . . .
Arizona Republicans blocked a vote to repeal an 1864 near-total abortion ban. The 19th century law only provides exceptions to save the life of the pregnant woman.
Only one Republican joined the Democratic minority, leaving one vote short of pushing the bill forward.
The law which was passed before Arizona became a state, makes abortion a felony for anyone who performs or helps . . .