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La. ‘trigger law’ on abortion blocked by state court; abortion care to resume
Jun 27, 2022 | By Rachael Thomas and Destinee Patterson in WAFB Channel 9
Louisiana’s “trigger law” has been blocked by a state court in response to the lawsuit filed Monday, June 27, meaning abortion care will resume in the state. A hearing has been set for July 8.
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“Our members are outraged and heartbroken by the Supreme Court’s decision.” – Pamela Merritt, executive director of Medical Students for Choice…
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