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Massachusetts Gov. Healey Signs Bill Legalizing Abortions at Any Stage

8/11/2026

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Gov. Maura Healey (D) signed the Prioritizing Patient Access to Care (H.5595) bill, legalizing abortions at any stage, dropping the 24-week limit and granting doctors discretion.
The Massachusetts House and Senate approved the measure, joining states and D.C. to allow abortions at any stage.
Rep. Alyson Sullivan-Almeida and SBA Pro-Life America President Marjorie Dannenfelser called the measure a ‘sad day,’ warned it will raise fetal deaths, and urged GOP protections.

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Gov. Maura Healey (D) signed the Prioritizing Patient Access to Care (H.5595) bill, legalizing abortions at any stage, dropping the 24-week limit and granting doctors discretion.
The Massachusetts House and Senate approved the measure, joining states and D.C. to allow abortions at any stage.
Rep. Alyson Sullivan-Almeida and SBA Pro-Life America President Marjorie Dannenfelser called the measure a ‘sad day,’ warned it will raise fetal deaths, and urged GOP protections.