Restrictive abortion bill passes Montana Senate
The bill allows for abortion if the mother’s life is at stake, but it does not include exceptions for rape or incest.
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The bill allows for abortion if the mother’s life is at stake, but it does not include exceptions for rape or incest.
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A slate of conservative abortion legislation is advancing in the state Legislature.