Bill adding narrow exemptions to TN's abortion ban passes House
NASHVILLE, Tenn. (WJHL) — The Tennessee House passed legislation Monday to add narrow exemptions to the state's abortion ban, but the proposal stil...
NASHVILLE, Tenn. (WJHL) — The Tennessee House passed legislation Monday to add narrow exemptions to the state's abortion ban, but the proposal still has hurdles to clear in the Senate. The bill would add exemptions for terminating ectopic or molar pregnancies and abortions that in a doctor's 'reasonable medical judgment' are necessary to prevent the death of or serious injury to the mother. The Republican-dominated chamber voted 83–11 in favor of the proposal. Rep. Rebecca Alexander (R-Jonesborough): YES Rep.