Virginia Legislators Put ‘Personhood’ Bill on Hold
It's been a big week for all things prenatal in the Virginia Legislature. Earlier we saw the resolution of the controversy over a bill that would have required women in the Old Dominion to undergo invasive ultrasound procedures before having abortions, and Thursday, the state Senate made another big decision about reproductive law, at least for the time being.
It’s been a big week for all things prenatal in the Virginia Legislature. Earlier we saw the resolution of the controversy over a bill that would have required women in the Old Dominion to undergo invasive ultrasound procedures before having abortions, and Thursday, the state Senate made another big decision about reproductive law, at least for the time being. –KA
Your support is crucial...AP via ABC7:
A bill that would define life as starting at conception is dead for this year in Virginia.
The Senate voted 24-14 Thursday to send the so-called “personhood” bill back to committee and carry it over to 2013.
As we navigate an uncertain 2025, with a new administration questioning press freedoms, the risks are clear: our ability to report freely is under threat.
Your tax-deductible donation enables us to dig deeper, delivering fearless investigative reporting and analysis that exposes the reality beneath the headlines — without compromise.
Now is the time to take action. Stand with our courageous journalists. Donate today to protect a free press, uphold democracy and uncover the stories that need to be told.
Belief & Religion
The pontiff, who died Monday at 88, brought a more open mind to LGBTQ+ people and immigration, though maintained a steadfast conservative view on some issues.
Politics
The billionaire Trump ally is donating millions to back a conservative judge to the key battleground state's highest court.
Courts & Law
Successful November ballot measures protecting the right to an abortion may be in jeopardy in states with conservative judges.
Women
Victories show widespread support for abortion protections, even in red states.
Editorial Cartoons
Women
The activist-donor has built a conservative legal movement that works with Republican attorneys general across the country.
You need to be a supporter to comment.
There are currently no responses to this article.
Be the first to respond.