Texas will likely immediately appeal the ruling. For now, it's unclear if providers in the state will resume providing abortions after a"fetal heartbeat" is detected, according to one law expert.
"One of the many novel provisions in #SB8 provides that abortions performed while a preliminary injunction is in effect can *still* be a basis for liability if the injunction is later stayed/reversed," University of Texas constitutional law professor Steve Vladeck said in aAbortion rights advocates expressed relief at the ruling, while noting the block on the law is only temporary.
"The clinics and doctors we represent hope to resume full abortion services as soon as they are able, even though the threat of being sued retroactively will not be completely gone until SB 8 is struck down for good," Nancy Northup, president and CEO of the Center for Reproductive Rights, said in a statement.Anti-abortion group Texas Right to Life reacted to the ruling Wednesday night, saying it was"not surprised.
"This is the legacy of Roe v. Wade: Judges catering to the abortion industry, crafting a conclusion first & then searching the depths of legal literature for a rationale later," the organization"Pro-Life attorneys are expected to appeal the decision immediately, in which we expect a fair hearing," it added.-- though Pitman said the preliminary injunction,"should it stand, discourages states from doing so.
"[If] legislators know they cannot accomplish political agendas that curtail or eliminate constitutional rights and intentionally remove the legal remedy to challenge it, then other states are less likely to engage in copycat legislation," he wrote.This is a developing story. Please check back for updates.
Over a law that simply states you can't siphon out your unborn mistake before the 2 week period. Have some patience liberals.
Hey women, you have the right to keep your legs closed. You have the right to freedom of speech and the right to remain silent.
This thread explains, freedom of religion is in direct violation of the tenets of freedom of speech and sometimes freedom of expression. We should start with this to rebuild the wall between church & state. After that, the state should become more sober
Sweep, I need more deep fried fetus meat to make my new Baby Jerky.
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support thiz please
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