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"SC Supreme Court Upholds Controversial 6-Week Abortion Ban, Allowing it to Take Effect"
politics2 years ago

"SC Supreme Court Upholds Controversial 6-Week Abortion Ban, Allowing it to Take Effect"

South Carolina Governor Henry McMaster celebrates a South Carolina Supreme Court ruling upholding the state's Fetal Heartbeat and Protection from Abortion Act, calling it a victory for the sanctity of life. The ruling declared the law constitutional and lifted an injunction that had blocked its enforcement. The state's high court had previously found the 2021 version of the bill unconstitutional, leading to revisions by the General Assembly. The new law generally prohibits abortions after the detection of a fetal heartbeat, with limited exceptions for the health of the mother, fatal fetal anomalies, rape, and incest.

Iowa's Special Session: The Battle Over Abortion Rights Begins
politics2 years ago

Iowa's Special Session: The Battle Over Abortion Rights Begins

Iowa lawmakers are gathering for a special session to pass new abortion restrictions, with a bill seeking to ban nearly all abortions after six weeks of pregnancy. If signed into law, it would take effect immediately, potentially causing chaos for women with scheduled appointments. Planned Parenthood is prepared to challenge the law in court, but it is unclear how quickly a lawsuit could be filed or if the courts would temporarily block the law. The special session timeline includes public hearings and votes, aiming to wrap up the session in one day.

South Carolina Governor Signs Controversial Fetal Heartbeat Abortion Bill into Law
politics2 years ago

South Carolina Governor Signs Controversial Fetal Heartbeat Abortion Bill into Law

South Carolina Governor Henry McMaster has signed the Fetal Heartbeat and Protection From Abortion Act bill into law, which bans abortions after a fetal heartbeat is detected, typically around six weeks. Planned Parenthood has promised to immediately file a lawsuit challenging the law in state court, as their previous challenge to South Carolina's former six-week ban resulted in the state Supreme Court ruling it violated the state constitutional right to privacy. The law is effective immediately.