Henry refuses to sign anti-abortion bill; becomes law without his signature

 
By The Associated Press
Published: May 23, 2007

OKLAHOMA CITY - Gov. Brad Henry said Wednesday he would not sign anti-abortion legislation similar to a measure he vetoed last month but would allow it to become law without his signature.

"This bill addresses several of the issues that led me to veto an earlier measure," Henry said. "Unlike its predecessor, Senate Bill 139 provides exemptions for cases of rape and incest, and it includes language that al...


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