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News Articles: HB 481

Major Studios May Eventually Re-Evaluate Georgia If Abortion Law Survives Legal Challenge

A flood of major entertainment companies have issued cautious statements about future filming in Georgia if a new abortion law takes effect, amidst...

May 30, 2019
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By:
  • Stephen Fowler

Netflix Will 'Rethink' Investment In Georgia If Abortion Law Takes Effect

Entertainment giant Netflix says it may "rethink" its investment in Georgia if a controversial abortion law survives legal challenges. Netflix chief...

May 28, 2019
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By:
  • Stephen Fowler

Georgia District Attorneys Divided On Meaning Of New Abortion Law

A newly-signed abortion law in Georgia has some district attorneys saying women who have abortions could face criminal charges for their actions. But,...

May 23, 2019
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By:
  • Stephen Fowler
Abortion rights supporters hold signs at a rally at the Georgia State Capitol Tuesday, May 21, 2019.

Abortion Rights Supporters Pack Capitol Steps As Legal Fights Loom

Holding signs reading “Stop the bans,” "Our bodies, our choice" and “You, yes you: run for office!” several hundred people spilled out from the steps to...

May 21, 2019
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By:
  • Stephen Fowler

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  • Politics

Political Rewind: How Will The 'Heartbeat' Bill Interact With Current Georgia Law?

On this special edition of Political Rewind, we are talking about House Bill 481, known to many people as the “Heartbeat” Bill. A lot has been said...

May 16, 2019
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By:
  • Robert Jimison
Comedian Colin Jost of NBC's Saturday Night Live opens a segment with a joke referrencing Georgia's new anti-abortion law.

Tagged as: 

  • Politics

Political Rewind: National Backlash Continues Amid Abortion Debate

On this edition of Political Rewind, Hollywood is beginning to step up criticism of Georgia's new abortion law. Some movie and television producers are...

May 13, 2019
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By:
  • Bill Nigut
Surrounded by supporters of the bill, Gov. Brian Kemp signed HB 481, the "heartbeat bill", on Tuesday, setting the stage for a legal battle as the state attempts to outlaw most abortions after about six weeks of pregnancy.

Tagged as: 

  • Politics

Political Rewind: Abortion Bill Signed Into Law

On this edition of Political Rewind, Gov. Kemp makes good on a campaign promise. He has signed H.B. 481 into law. The measure all but outlaws abortion...

May 07, 2019
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By:
  • Bill Nigut
Gov. Brian Kemp signed HB 481 Tuesday May 7, 2019, at the state Capitol.

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  • News

Amid Legal Threats, Kemp Signs Tougher ‘Heartbeat’ Abortion Restrictions

Editor's note: This story was updated at 1:47 p.m. Tuesday to include information from HB 481 signing protests . Starting Jan. 1, Georgia will have one...

May 07, 2019
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By:
  • Stephen Fowler and
  • Ross Terrell
Gov. Brian Kemp will be signing a controversial measure Tuesday that effectively bans abortions after six weeks of pregnancy and gives certain personhood rights to a fetus.

WATCH LIVE: Kemp To Sign 'Heartbeat' Abortion Bill Tuesday

Gov. Brian Kemp will be signing a controversial measure Tuesday that effectively bans abortions after six weeks of pregnancy and gives certain...

May 07, 2019
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By:
  • Stephen Fowler

Tagged as: 

  • Politics

Political Rewind: Kemp To Sign 'Heartbeat Bill', Buttigieg Visits Carter

On this edition of Political Rewind, Gov. Kemp’s office has announced plans to sign H.B. 481 the controversial “Heartbeat Bill” on Tuesday. Our panel...

May 06, 2019
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By:
  • Bill Nigut
State Rep. Ed Setzler, R-Acworth, asks questions during a committe hearing at the Georgia State Capitol in Atlanta.

Republican Lawmakers In Georgia Aim For Most Restrictive Abortion Law in The Country

If passed, a law proposed this week in Georgia’s house of representatives would make the state the most restrictive when it comes to abortion...

February 27, 2019
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By:
  • Robert Jimison

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