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SB 8 is an unprecedented law that creates a "bounty" system allowing anyone involved in the abortion process to be sued, even for an incentive.

The “independent state legislature doctrine” would give state legislatures unchecked powers over election rules.

Legal scholars argue the “independent state legislature doctrine” is a radical theory that could disenfranchise voters.

HARRISBURG — The U.S. Supreme Court this month left open the possibility that it could endorse a fringe conservative legal theory that would give state legislatures unchecked powers over election

Legal experts and voting rights advocates warn the "independent state legislature doctrine" could radically alter election administration across the country.

Legal experts and voting rights advocates warn the "independent state legislature doctrine" could radically alter election administration across the country.

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Legal experts and voting rights advocates warn the "independent state legislature doctrine" could radically alter election administration across the country.

Legal experts and voting rights advocates warn the "independent state legislature doctrine" could radically alter election administration.