Iowa Supreme Court says abortion rights aren't protected by state constitution, paving the way for lawmakers to enact a ban
of justices, reverses a 2018 decision by the court saying the right to seek abortions was protected under the state's constitution.
The ruling comes after the state appealed a lower court decision in 2020 that challenged a law requiring a 24-hour waiting period for people in Iowa seeking abortions, Iowa Public RadioSince the 2018 ruling, Iowa lawmakers have faced increased hurdles trying to restrict abortions in the state, Axios' Linh TaToday’s ruling is a significant victory in our fight to protect the unborn.
"Every life is sacred and should be protected, and as long as I’m governor that is exactly what I will do."Today's ruling is a step backwards for Iowa families. Iowans should always have the final say in making their own healthcare decisions, including abortion, without interference from politicians," Iowa House democratic leader Jennifer Konfrst said.
"Like a large majority of Iowans, I believe in reproductive freedom because everyone deserves the right to decide when to start a family."
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