Governor Doug Ducey signed bills into law Thursday that banned abortion after 15 weeks, outlawed reassignment surgery for anyone under the age of 18 and limits on sports participation for transgender girls. The bill outlawing abortions past 15 weeks also contains a penalty for physicians who violate the law, as they would face felony charges and potential suspension of their licenses. Bills targeting abortion and transgender rights have been popular with the conservative base in states where Republicans dominate but could be politically risky in a battleground state where Democrats have made significant inroads.
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