Last week, the Idaho Legislature began considering a controversial measure that would require women to undergo ultrasounds prior to abortion. But activist groups said a large constituency stands positioned to defend abortion access as they vow to push the wave of opposition against Senate Bill 1349 forward with a rally cry that will be heard on the steps of the Idaho Statehouse today.
Voices from a coalition of women’s rights groups will echo at a noontime demonstration on the steps of the Capitol, in defense of reproductive freedom in what they call a “war on women’s health.”
“This bill is just one of many being considered by the Legislature this year that seeks to restrict access to legal and safe medical procedures and services.…
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