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TribCast: A new law banning most abortions in Texas takes effect

On this week's episode, Matthew speaks with Neelam and James about the state's new abortion law and the final days of the special session of the Texas Legislature.

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The waiting room at Whole Women’s Health of Austin sits empty on Wednesday, Sept. 1, 2021. Senate Bill 8, a law banning nearly all abortions after six weeks, went into effect today.
The waiting room at Whole Woman’s Health of Austin sits empty on Wednesday, Sept. 1, 2021. Credit: Jordan Vonderhaar for The Texas Tribune

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On this week's episode, Matthew speaks with Neelam and James about the state's new abortion law and the final days of the special session of the Texas Legislature.

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