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Scott Sifton on Abortion |
Summary by TrackBill.com:An abortion shall not be performed upon a woman at 8, 14 and 20 weeks gestational age or later, except in cases of medical emergency.
In Support (Vox.com):The 8-week ban is in clear conflict with Roe v. Wade, and could be challenged in court. The architects of the Missouri law came up with a "ladder structure", which they call "a first of its kind." If the 8-week ban falls, the 14-week ban would take effect, and so on.
Opposition by Auditor Galloway: HB126 bans abortions even in the case of rape, incest or human trafficking. [Hence] Gov. Parson wants rapists in Missouri to have more power over their victims. A survivor of rape must accept that her attacker could have parental rights.
Legislative outcome: Passed Senate 24-10-0 on 5/15/19; State Sen. Scott Sifton voted NO; Passed House 108-46-1 on 5/17; Signed by Gov. Parson on 5/24.