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The Independent UK
The Independent UK
National
Rebecca Boone

Idaho’s strict abortion ban under scrutiny in federal appeals court hearing

A federal appeals court heard arguments Tuesday afternoon over whether Idaho should be prohibited from enforcing a strict abortion ban during medical emergencies when a pregnant patient's life or health is at risk.

The state law makes it a felony to perform an abortion unless the procedure is necessary to prevent the death of the patient.

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