[FL] Abortion Bill Showcases Deep Divisions
A deeply divided Florida House voted Thursday to impose a 24-hour waiting period before women could get abortions and to place new regulations on abortion clinics.
The bill (HB 277) touched off heavy debate, with supporters arguing that life begins at conception and defending additional government involvement in abortion issues.
"It's not intrusive to save a human being's life,'' said Rep. Steve Precourt, R-Orlando. "It is heroic.''
But Rep. Elaine Schwartz, D-Hollywood, described the bill as being part of an "insidious war against women." She said the bill threatens women's reproductive health and that limiting access to abortions could lead to a return of dangerous backroom procedures.
"Unfortunately, women's health and women's lives are at stake by doing this,'' Schwartz said. "It will not stop abortions
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