Varied State Approaches to Abortion Legislation

Abortion legislation in the U.S. continues to be a contentious issue with states taking varied approaches post-Roe v. Wade. In Missouri, proposed bill HB 807 aims to track pregnant women deemed 'at risk' of seeking abortions, lacking clarity on criteria for 'at risk' determination. Meanwhile, Florida lawmakers are pushing to repeal the state's six-week abortion ban, citing public opinion favoring less restrictive laws. In Georgia, new legislation proposes stricter abortion limits, while Ohio's requirement for fetal remains to be cremated or buried was blocked for violating constitutional reproductive rights. Research indicates that abortion bans have led to increased infant mortality, disproportionately affecting racial minorities. Florida remains one of the most restrictive states for abortion, with laws creating barriers for patients and providers.