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Linda C. McClain, Professor of Law, Boston University

What would it mean to codify Roe into law – and is there any chance of that happening?

Sen. Elizabeth Warren is among those calling for Roe v. Wade to be codified. Alex Wong/Getty Images

Abortion rights advocates are looking for alternative ways to protect a woman’s right to the procedure following the publication of a leaked draft opinion from Justice Samuel Alito indicating that the Supreme Court intends to overturn Roe v. Wade.

“Congress must pass legislation that codifies Roe v. Wade as the law of the land in this country NOW,” tweeted Sen. Bernie Sanders as news broke on May 2, 2022. His plea was echoed a day later by Democrats, including Sen. Elizabeth Warren and President Joe Biden.

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