HEALTHJul 23 · 21:03 UTCCOMMONWEALTH BEACONAlison Kuznitz | State House News Service and Ella Adams | State House News Service

House votes 119-33 to pass abortion law changes

The Democrat-controlled House passed legislation to loosen restrictions on abortions after 24 weeks, replacing four statutory exemptions with deference to doctors' professional judgment. The bill passed 119-33, with all Republicans opposing it and some Democrats also voting against it. Supporters argued the change allows medical professionals to prioritize patient care over legal constraints.

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