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South Dakota Gov. Signs Near-Total Abortion Ban

HeadlineMar 07, 2006

In South Dakota, Governor Mike Rounds has signed legislation to ban all abortions in the state, unless they’re performed to save the life of the woman. Rounds said he expects a lengthy court battle over the new law. The measure comes as a similar effort is moving ahead in the state of Mississippi.

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