Iowa Gov. Terry Branstad signs bill banning abortions after 20 weeks into law

Iowa Gov. Terry Branstad signed a bill into law Friday banning abortions after 20 weeks, when science has determined that preborn children can feel pain. Senate File 471, which passed the Iowa House and Senate last month, bans abortions at 20 weeks and implements a three-day waiting period before women can undergo abortions. It does not allow exceptions for rape and incest; however, it does permit abortions in cases when a mother’s life or health is at risk. -- More...

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