State lawmakers approved a measure requiring medical care for infants born alive after an attempted abortion. Governor Mike Parson will consider signing the legislation into law.
Missouri lawmakers have passed legislation addressing the medical care of infants born following an attempted abortion. The bill mandates healthcare for these newborns.
The measure is now on its way to Governor Mike Parson for his review. He is expected to decide whether to sign the legislation into law.
The bill's passage followed a vigorous debate in the state House of Representatives. Full reporting is available from the original source.
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