Montana Laws Restricting Abortion Rights Struck Down

SOURCE npr.org
Three Montana laws restricting abortion rights, including a ban on abortions after 20 weeks, have been struck down in court as unconstitutional, citing severe burdens on abortion access without clear justification or credible evidence.

Key Points

  • Three Montana laws restricting abortion rights struck down as unconstitutional
  • Laws included ban on abortions after 20 weeks and other restrictions
  • Ruling based on state's constitutional right to privacy protecting access to pre-viability abortion
  • Attorney General plans to appeal the ruling to the Montana Supreme Court
  • Planned Parenthood sees the ruling as a critical victory for equitable abortion access

Pros

  • Protects access to pre-viability abortion
  • Allows for equitable abortion access in Montana and beyond

Cons

  • Continued push by Republicans for restrictions on abortion access
  • Ongoing court challenges for anti-abortion rights laws in Montana