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Reynolds calls special session for Iowa Legislature to enact abortion restrictions

Gov. Kim Reynolds announced she will convene a special session of the Iowa Legislature on July 11, 2023 with the sole purpose of enacting legislation that will restrict abortion.

Iowa TorchbyIowa Torch
July 5, 2023
in State Government
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DES MOINES, Iowa – Gov. Kim Reynolds on Wednesday announced she will convene the General Assembly of Iowa on Tuesday, July 11, 2023, at 8:30 a.m. for a special session with the sole purpose of enacting legislation that she says will address abortion and protect unborn lives.  

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“Iowans have elected representatives willing to stand up for the rights of the unborn and, in doing so, they have voted strongly in support of pro-life principles and against the arbitrary destruction of innocent, defenseless lives,” stated Governor Reynolds. 

The Iowa Supreme Court split 3-3 last month on lifting the district court injunction of a six-week fetal heartbeat abortion ban passed in 2018.

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“This lack of action disregards the will of Iowa voters and lawmakers who will not rest until the unborn are protected by law,” Reynolds added. “I believe the pro-life movement is the most important human rights cause of our time. Not only will I continue to fight against the inhumanity of abortion, but I will also remain committed to supporting women in planning for motherhood, promoting fatherhood and parenting, and continuing policies that encourage strong families. These are the most essential building blocks of our society, and they are what will keep the foundation of our state and country strong for generations to come.” 

The governor has issued a Proclamation of Special Session in accordance with Article IV, Section 11, and Article III, Section 2, of the Constitution of the State of Iowa. 

Read the proclamation below:

Special-Session-Proc-7.5.23

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