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Congressional Democrats Push Resolution for Life-Saving Abortions Despite State Bans

Sep 17, 2024, 03:13 PM

Congressional Democrats have introduced a resolution demanding that emergency rooms provide life-saving abortions despite state bans. This resolution cites over 100 pregnant women who were denied care since 2022. The resolution is co-sponsored by several representatives, including Rep. Mike Quigley, Rep. Annie Kuster, Rep. John Larson, Rep. Emilia Sykes, and Rep. Rosa DeLauro. The initiative aims to reaffirm that the right to emergency care includes abortion, emphasizing that no woman should be denied access to necessary medical care due to her location. The resolution responds to the Supreme Court's refusal in June to protect access to life-saving care for pregnant women. Lawmakers argue that extreme abortion bans are having devastating consequences on women and their families across the country.