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Pennsylvania Moves to Protect Abortion Rights After Roe Overturn

10/24/2025

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The Pennsylvania House committee advanced a bill to amend constitution to protect abortion and reproductive rights, led by Danielle Friel Otten (D-PA).
The proposal follows the Supreme Court's overturning of Roe v. Wade, noting restrictions in states.
Republican Minority Chair Rob Kauffman (R-PA) opposed the amendment, calling it unnecessary and potentially harmful.
The measure passed party-line and would require approval by both chambers in consecutive sessions before going to voters.

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The Pennsylvania House committee advanced a bill to amend constitution to protect abortion and reproductive rights, led by Danielle Friel Otten (D-PA).
The proposal follows the Supreme Court's overturning of Roe v. Wade, noting restrictions in states.
Republican Minority Chair Rob Kauffman (R-PA) opposed the amendment, calling it unnecessary and potentially harmful.
The measure passed party-line and would require approval by both chambers in consecutive sessions before going to voters.