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“Haywood Republican Rep. Mark Pless said he thought a heartbeat bill would be introduced, while Macon Republican Karl Gillespie said he hoped it would.”
May 10, 2024
For Gillespie, the restrictions were not only a political victory, but a religious one. “I think we both agree. It's not where we want to be but it's a step in the right direction. It stopped the influx of folks coming into North Carolina for abortions. It was a great day for Christianity,” Gillespie said. Gillespie told the crowd he hopes one day Republicans can ban all abortions.
Feb 29, 2024
Karl voted to pass a bill modifying provisions of the existing 12-week ban, including rules about in-person consent and when medication abortion can be used as a method.
Jun 27, 2023
Karl voted to pass a bill that bans abortions after the 12th week of pregnancy, with limited exceptions.
May 16, 2023
Karl voted to pass a bill that bans abortions based on race, sex, or prenatal diagnosis of Down syndrome.
May 6, 2021
Karl sponsored a bill banning abortions after embryonic cardiac activity is detected, which happens at around six weeks, with an exception for medical emergencies and no exceptions for rape or incest.
Jan 28, 2021