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Wyoming Enacts Controversial Six-Week Abortion Ban

3/15/2026

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  • Wyoming's Republican-led legislature passed a six-week abortion ban, and Gov. Mark Gordon (R-Wyo.) signed it, citing constitutional issues.
  • The law makes abortion illegal after six weeks, when many women may not know they are pregnant.
  • Democratic representative Mike Yin (D-Wyo.) says the ban insults voters and is likely unconstitutional.
  • Wellspring Health Access warns the measure could hinder access, especially for sexual assault victims, lacking rape or incest exceptions.