Judge blocks new Montana abortion laws amid legal challenge
In this April 26, 2021, file photo, Republican Gov. Greg Gianforte signs a bill from Rep. Amy Regier, R-Kalispell, requiring that women be informed of the opportunity to view an ultrasound before an abortion. (Thom Bridge/Independent Record via AP)
HELENA (AP) — A judge has blocked three laws restricting abortion access in Montana while a legal challenge is underway.
Yellowstone District Court Judge Michael Moses issued a preliminary injunction Thursday that temporarily stops the laws from going into effect, after Planned Parenthood filed a lawsuit against the state in August arguing the new laws violate the Montana Constitution...
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