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May 27, 2022

Oklahoma Governor Signs Bill Banning Most Abortions at Fertilization
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Oklahoma has banned nearly all abortions beginning at the moment of
fertilization. The new law took effect immediately after it was signed
by Republican Governor Kevin Stitt on Wednesday. The bill allows private
citizens to sue abortion providers, with a "bounty" of at least $10,000
for successful lawsuits. This comes after a leaked Supreme Court draft
opinion showed justices are prepared to strike down Roe v. Wade, the
landmark 1973 ruling legalizing abortion nationwide.


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