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Emotional testimony over medication abortion bill

Taylor Rehfeldt

Rep. Taylor Rehfeldt (R-D14) addressed the Health and Human Services Committee chair during emotional debate over HB1208. Rehfeldt is a nurse. She speaks of her experience with miscarriage in opposition to a bill banning medication abortion.

Following Rehfeldt's testimony, the committee went on to pass the bill seven to six. HB1208 also passed the full house. It is now awaiting debate in a senate committee.