- Arizona Gov Katie Hobbs has vetoed a bill that would protect newborns who survive abortions from infanticide.
- Arizona Senate Bill 1600 requires medical professionals to provide life-saving medical care to any infant who is born alive, including one born in an abortion. Those who neglect to do so could face criminal charges.
- The state Senate passed the bill in February and the state House recently approved it 32-26 with support from Republicans and one Democrat, state Rep. Lydia Hernandez, D-Phoenix.
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AZ Gov. Hobbs Vetoes Bill Barring Infanticide
Arizona Democratic candidate for Governor Katie Hobbs speaks to the media before dropping off her primary election ballot Tuesday, July 21, 2022, in Scottsdale, Ariz. (AP Photo/Ross D. Franklin)
