Massachusetts expands abortion access up to birth with new law

Massachusetts Gov. Maura Healey signed a sweeping law that removes gestational age limits on abortion, allowing late-term procedures up to birth with doctors’ discretion and taking effect in 90 days. The bill expands access to protect health in cases of maternal complications or fatal diagnoses and positions the state among a small group that have dropped limits; supporters say it safeguards women’s health, while opponents call it extreme.