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Ohio GOP Pushes Anti-Abortion Bills Despite Constitutional Protections

12/4/2025

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Ohio Republicans are advancing anti-abortion legislation despite a 2023 constitutional amendment protecting reproductive rights.
Senate Bill 309 (S.B. 309) targets the abortion pill mifepristone.
House Bill 485 (H.B. 485) would require fifth graders to view a fetal development video.
House Speaker Matt Huffman acknowledges constitutional protections while signaling that a 24-hour waiting period may not hinder access.
Advocates vow to challenge these bills.

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Ohio Republicans are advancing anti-abortion legislation despite a 2023 constitutional amendment protecting reproductive rights.
Senate Bill 309 (S.B. 309) targets the abortion pill mifepristone.
House Bill 485 (H.B. 485) would require fifth graders to view a fetal development video.
House Speaker Matt Huffman acknowledges constitutional protections while signaling that a 24-hour waiting period may not hinder access.
Advocates vow to challenge these bills.