California Governor Gavin Newsom Signs Bill Allowing Arizona Abortionists to Perform in California
California Governor Gavin Newsom signed a bill allowing Arizona abortionists to perform abortions in California to evade a 160-year-old law criminalizing abortion in Arizona. Newsom took shots at Arizona Republicans for imposing a near-total abortion ban. The bill aims to protect reproductive freedom and provide essential care for women.
Key Points
- Newsom signed SB 233 to shield Arizona abortionists from penalties in their home state and allow them to perform abortions on Arizonian women in California
- The bill aims to counter Arizona's near-total abortion ban and provide a backstop for reproductive freedom
- Arizona Supreme Court upheld a pre-statehood law criminalizing most abortions, prompting this response from California
Pros
- Protects reproductive freedom
- Provides essential care for women seeking abortions
Cons
- Controversial move allowing out-of-state abortionists to perform in California
- Could lead to legal challenges from anti-abortion groups