Nebraska voters approve law to ban abortions after first trimester

Nebraska voters are projected to approve a law banning abortions after the first trimester. This aligns with legislation already passed by the Republican-led state government, which includes exceptions for medical emergencies, rape, and incest. The new law may conflict with another ballot initiative that seeks to allow abortions until fetal viability, around 24 weeks. Votes are still being counted for this second initiative, which also includes exceptions for the mother's life. Currently, Nebraska's law prohibits abortions after 12 weeks, a measure that took effect in June 2023. This law also allows exceptions for the mother's health and in cases of rape or incest.