The House of Representatives passed legislation that federally protects birth control access. This also includes allowing medications used to induce abortion. In a 228-195 vote, lawmakers passed the Right to Contraception Act. There were 8 Republicans who voted with Democrats to support the legislation. These were: Rep. Liz Cheney (Wyo.) Rep. Brian Fitzpatrick (Pa.) Rep. Anthony Gonzalez (Ohio) Rep. John Katko (N.Y.) Rep. Adam Kinzinger (Ill.) Rep. Nancy Mace (S.C.) Rep. Maria Elvira Salazar (Fla.) Rep. Fred Upton (Mich.) The bill prevents state and local governments from interfering with birth…
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