North Dakota House considers 'abortion reversal' bill

BISMARCK, N.D. (AP) — North Dakota's House will consider legislation that would require abortion providers to inform women undergoing drug-induced abortions that it's possible they could still have a live birth if they change their mind, a claim abortion-rights groups say is unsupported by science.

It's the first time in six years the Republican-led Legislature has had the appetite to undertake such legislation, after several anti-abortion laws were struck down in the courts and two of the most vocal anti-abortion lawmakers were booted by voters.

GOP Rep. Daniel Johnston said he is sponsoring the bill this session so that "women having second thoughts" are ensured they have "options.