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House approves 'She Wins' informed-consent measure for abortion, sparking partisan debate
Summary
House Bill 347 (the She Wins Act) passed 64–31 after lengthy debate; sponsors said it applies a 24‑hour informed‑consent standard and fuller disclosures for abortion care, while opponents warned it burdens access and runs counter to the state constitutional amendment protecting reproductive rights.
House Bill 347, titled the Health and Empower with Informed Notices Act (commonly referred to by supporters as the "She Wins Act"), passed the Ohio House March 24 following extended floor debate and votes on amendments.
Representative Odioso, the bill sponsor, described the measure as applying standard medical informed-consent procedures — including a 24‑hour reflection…
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