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Abbott backs Hughes bill clarifying life-of-the-mother exception in abortion law
Governor Greg Abbott · March 19, 2025
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Asked about bills from Sen. Hughes and Rep. Karen addressing the abortion exception to protect a mother's life, Governor Greg Abbott said he supports clarity so doctors can "do what is necessary to save the life of the mother."
Reporters asked Governor Greg Abbott whether he supports pending bills that focus on exceptions in abortion law for the life of the mother. Abbott said he is familiar with the Hughes bill and that its central purpose is to clarify that doctors can and must…
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