In a North Dakota committee hearing for HB 1373, Texas attorney Bradley Pierce argued that the bill, which would classify zygotes as 'human beings' from fertilization, is necessary to criminalize abortion. This controversial legislation could lead to murder charges against anyone involved in abortion, reflecting a significant shift in anti-abortion strategy post-Roe. The committee received testimonies from diverse supporters, but the bill was considered extreme even among anti-abortion measures, highlighting growing tensions around reproductive rights and varying ethical perspectives.
Pierce's testimony in support of HB 1373 emphasized the belief that abortions should be treated as murder based on the 14th Amendment and biblical scripture.
The bill would redefine 'human being' in North Dakota to include zygotes, effectively criminalizing all abortions and exposing offenders to severe legal consequences.
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