A 15 week abortion ban passes the Senate on a 31-3 vote. The bill mirrors a Mississippi law recently passed that has been halted by a federal judge. Shreveport Senator and Democrat John Milkovich says he’s well aware his potential law will lead to an expensive court battle, but it’s a price he’s willing to pay.
Milkovich says, "If we can save babies, I think it's worth it."
Milkovich says 15 week old fetuses show clear signs of life.
Milkovich expresses, "At 12 weeks, babies move away from stimuli and respond to pressure. Before 15 weeks, the baby can be seen grimacing, yawning, smiling, and frowning."
Milkovich says abortions after 15 weeks are particularly difficult for potential mothers.
Milkcovich says that this bill is "a great step forward to protect babies after 15 weeks when the abortions are absolutely brutal."
The bill moves to the House.