Life advocates in Indiana are working to pass county regulations that would require abortionists to have admitting privileges at local hospitals even if they are based outside the patient's county.
Two counties have already passed such ordinances, which ensure that women suffering from botched abortions can quickly receive medical care.
"Could it have an effect on the availability of abortions?" Denise Burke, vice president of Americans United for Life, asked USA Today. "Certainly, if providers refuse to comply with the law."
Mike Fichter, president of Indiana Right to Life, said there is power in the grassroots efforts.
"The state Legislature has refused to move on this issue, so we’re moving it to the county level, and we’re finding that it’s getting a lot of reception," he told Family News in Focus. "Our voice can be very strong. We can make it very loud at the local level.”
Fichter said he expects at least six more counties to pass similar measures this year.
— Devon Williams
