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Arkansas passes tough anti-abortion law

Updated: Thursday, March 7 2013, 08:40 AM EST
ARKANSAS (NEWSCHANNEL 3) - Lawmakers in Arkansas have passed the toughest anti-abortion law in the country.

Wednesday the legislature overrode a veto by Governor Mike Beebe.

The new law bans most abortions beginning in the 12th week of pregnancy.

It will take effect this summer. Abortion rights groups are already planning a legal challenge.   





Arkansas passes tough anti-abortion law


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