Alaska legislature passes bill that could expand abortion pill use in state
The Alaska legislature has passed a bill that may expand the ability of pharmacists to prescribe drugs, potentially including abortion pills. The bill, which has received mixed reactions, does not explicitly mention abortion but could allow for broader access to such medications. Governor Mike Dunleavy has yet to decide whether to sign or veto the legislation.
- ▪The Alaska House voted 32–8 to pass House Bill 195, which empowers pharmacists to prescribe a range of drugs.
- ▪The bill's language may allow for the prescription of abortion drugs, despite not specifically mentioning them.
- ▪Governor Mike Dunleavy has not indicated whether he will sign or veto the bill.
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News Alaska legislature passes bill that could expand abortion pill use in state Republican Gov. Mike Dunleavy has not yet indicated whether he will sign or veto the bill. Alaska State Capitol BuildingJillian Cain Photography/Shutterstock CalvinFreiburger 0 Calvin Freiburger Comments 0 Tue May 26, 2026 - 11:51 am EDT JUNEAU (LifeSiteNews) — The Alaska House voted 32–8 to pass legislation that would empower pharmacists to prescribe a range of drugs instead of just dispensing them, which critics warn could include abortion drugs.
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