Gavin Newsom Introduces Emergency Legislation to Aid Arizona Abortion Providers
Gov. Gavin Newsom Addresses Arizona Abortion Restriction
LOS ANGELES (KABC) – In response to the imminent implementation of a near-total abortion ban in Arizona, Governor Gavin Newsom is taking action to support Arizona abortion providers. Newsom announced his plan on MSNBC this past weekend, revealing the introduction of emergency legislation designed to aid those providers in treating patients in California.
Arizona Faces Impending Abortion Ban
Based on an archaic Civil War-era law from 1864, a near-total ban on abortion is looming in Arizona. It is important to note that this ban predates the state of Arizona entirely. With the legislation expected to take effect in just a matter of weeks, Newsom’s intervention would provide a crucial solution.
Support for Arizona Providers
The state’s Republicans have already passed a similar ban on abortions post the 15-week mark of pregnancy. Recognizing the undue hardship this would place on Arizona residents, Governor Newsom’s imminent bill aims to fast-track licensing for Arizona providers to treat their patients in California instead.
By introducing the legislation through the California Legislature’s women’s caucus this week, Newsom hopes to facilitate an efficient and immediate response to the pressing issue in Arizona.
More details regarding the emergency legislation and the licensing process are expected to follow in subsequent announcements. Stay tuned for updates on this critical development.
