By Gabriella Borter

(Reuters] – The U.S. Supreme Court will vote to repeal Roe v. Wade. This decision legalized abortion in the United States. Conservative states will feel greater confidence that their limits will hold, while liberal states will feel more urgent to defend and expand abortion rights.

These are the restrictions and protections that state legislatures will be able to adopt in 2022.

RESTRICTIONS ABORTION

ARIZONA – Republican Governor Doug Ducey signed a bill in March banning abortions within 15 weeks after a woman has given birth. This measure allows for exceptions in medical emergencies but does not allow for incest or rape. It will go into effect in late 2012, unless it’s blocked by court.

FLORIDA – Republican Governor Ron DeSantis, in April, signed a 15 week abortion ban. It allows exceptions for medical emergency or when the fetus suffers from an abnormality that is fatal. Incest, human trafficking and rape are not allowed to allow abortions beyond the 15-week mark. This ban will take effect July 1.

IDAHO: In March, Republican Governor Brad Little issued a 6-week ban on abortion that permits family members to sue abortion providers for performing abortions beyond that point. This is similar to a Texas law last year. Although the Idaho law was scheduled to become effective in April, it has been blocked by state Supreme Court while legal review is completed.

KENTUCKY. The Kentucky legislature overrode Democratic governor Andy Beshear’s vote to pass a variety of abortion restrictions. These include a ban on abortion for 15 weeks and the requirement that fetal remains must be cremated. Also, each abortion should be accompanied by a certificate certifying that there was no stillbirth. Following the temporary suspension of abortions by clinics, the law went into effect immediately.

OKLAHOMA: In April, the Senate passed an order banning all abortions, except for those that are necessary in medical emergencies or when there is rape or incest. Private citizens can sue the providers. It also allows for any individual who aids or abets abortions being enforced. Before the Senate amendments can be signed by Republican Governor Kevin Stitt, they must be approved by the House. The amendments will be in effect as soon as the governor gives his approval.

Oklahoma’s legislature also approved an April ban on abortions following six weeks. It relies upon the same litigation enforcement mechanism. Stitt must sign it to make it effective immediately.

Stitt signed an April bill banning abortion, except for medical emergencies. Providers who break the law will be punished with up to $100,000 fines and 10 year imprisonment. If the bill is not blocked in court, it will be effective in August.

SOUTH DAKOTA – Republican Governor KristiNoem has signed a March bill requiring women to visit three doctors in person to have a medication abort. Implementation of the legislation depends on how a federal court decides.

PROTECTIONS FROM ABORTION

COLORADO – Governor Jared Polis (a Democrat) signed a bill that codified the right to abortion on April 4. It was immediately effective.

CONNECTICUT – The legislature approved a bill that protected anyone who gives or has abortions. It also protects those who assist in obtaining abortions from restrictions in other states. In addition to other provisions, this measure prohibits state agencies assisting with interstate investigations in an effort to find someone civilly and criminally liable for aiding or procuring abortions. Ned Lamont (Democratic Governor) is still required to sign the bill.

MARYLAND: This bill, which expands the scope of those who are qualified to provide abortions, establishes a state funded program to train providers and mandates that most insurance policies cover abortion costs. Republican Governor Larry Hogan vetoed the bill, but the state’s Democratic-controlled legislature overrode his veto on April 9 and the law is due to take effect July 1.

VERMONT: A constitutional amendment was passed by the Democratic-led legislature on February 23. It guarantees that all women have access to abortion. This amendment will now be available for approval by voters in November.