Nebraska abortions rise 7% same year voters cement restrictions

The same year Nebraskans voted to cement an abortion ban beyond the first trimester into the state constitution, the number of abortions performed in Nebraska rose about 7.6%.

July 3, 2025Updated: July 3, 2025

By News Channel Nebraska

Nebraska abortions rise 7% same year voters cement restrictions

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Nebraska abortions rise 7% same year voters cement restrictions

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