Michigan’s Democratic-led Senate votes to repeal a series of abortion restrictions previously enacted by Republicans. But the bills could face a roadblock in the Democratic-led House.
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Activists pressure Detroit lawmaker opposed to Michigan abortion bills
Days after Detroit Rep. Karen Whitsett cast a surprising ‘no’ vote against a package of abortion bills important to Democrats, abortion rights activists applied more public pressure in a bid to change her stand.
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Meet the Democrat blocking Michigan abortion bills. She says she’s not alone
Rep. Karen Whitsett of Detroit has often been at odds with leaders in her own party. While she supports abortion rights, she has reservations on several bills. And she warned leaders that other Democrats share her concern.
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Opinion | Abortion regulations that protect women’s health must be upheld
We must unite to ensure that any medical facility performing surgical abortions adheres to the same rigorous health and safety standards as other outpatient surgery centers.
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Lone Democrat could kill Medicaid for abortions in Michigan, other reforms
State Rep. Karen Whitsett won’t support the repeal of abortion restrictions, leaving Democrats little room to pass bills in a tightly divided Legislature.
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Opinion | Loosening abortion regulations is dangerous for Michigan women
Vulnerable women who are most in need of support and care who will be hurt the most if a set of bills being considered in the Michigan Legislature are approved.
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Michigan abortion bills take spotlight at packed legislative hearing
In Lansing Thursday, doctors and advocates lined up to fight for, and against, legislation that would remove numerous restrictions on abortion access in Michigan.
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Michigan Democrats move to allow Medicaid to cover abortions
Along with eliminating a 24-hour waiting period, legislators want Michigan to wipe away decades-old laws banning the use of Medicaid to fund abortions for low-income residents. Protests are planned.
Posted inMichigan Government
Michigan Democrats get to work on abortion restriction repeals
Democrats target 24-hour waiting period, abortion clinic restrictions and more, but won’t yet try to repeal parental consent laws that may be a tougher sell in Legislature.
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Whitmer pushes clean energy, paid leave in Michigan; offers few specifics
The Democratic governor offers a broad wish list for the fall Legislature. She says she’s leaving many details blank to prompt negotiations. Republicans predict the plans will raise taxes.