Missouri Senate Republicans drop lawsuits over medication abortions from ‘born-alive’ bill

By: Anna Spoerre

Outlets: Missouri Independent

Published: May 6, 2026

Words: 876

Last Updated: 2 months, 3 weeks ago

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Missouri Senate Democrats secured a victory Tuesday evening in a deal with Republicans to ax provisions in an anti-abortion a bill that sought to open the door for lawsuits against anyone involved in an illegal abortion.

The “Born-Alive Abortion Survivors Protection Act” is a top priority of anti-abortion lawmakers as the legislative session nears a close and primary campaign season approaches.

The measure was given first-round approval in the Senate following more than …

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