Louisiana Lawmakers Pass Bill to Classify Abortion Pills as Controlled Substances
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Louisiana lawmakers have passed a bill classifying abortion drugs misoprostol and mifepristone as Schedule IV controlled dangerous substances, which now awaits the governor's signature. The bill, which aims to protect expectant mothers, has sparked controversy, with critics arguing it could hinder access to necessary care. If signed, Louisiana would be the first state to impose such a classification, adding to the ongoing national debate on abortion rights following the Supreme Court's overturning of Roe v. Wade.
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- Louisiana lawmakers pass bill making abortion pills controlled dangerous substances The Associated Press
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