Arizona Abortion Law History

SOURCE www.breitbart.com
The 1864 Arizona abortion law, which essentially outlaws all abortions, was actually recodified in 1977 by a Democrat governor and legislature. Recent efforts to repeal the law have faced challenges in the Arizona state House. The law has its origins in territorial rules and has been recodified multiple times.

Key Points

  • The 1864 Arizona abortion law was recodified in 1977 by a Democrat governor and legislature.
  • Recent attempts to repeal the law have been met with resistance in the Arizona state House.
  • The law originally stemmed from territorial rules during Arizona's transition to statehood.

Pros

  • The law has provisions to protect the life of the mother.
  • It has historical significance dating back to territorial rules in Arizona.

Cons

  • Some argue that the law is too restrictive on women's reproductive rights.
  • Efforts to repeal the law have faced obstacles in the legislature.