State lawmakers pass controversial bills at end of session

The Georgia legislature wrapped up its session on Thursday by passing some controversial bills in the final minutes.

Lawmakers toughened the state’s abortion laws to ban abortions after the 20th week of pregnancy, except for situations where doctors say the fetus would not survive.

During the vote, some female legislators turned their backs on speakers in the House chambers and wrapped themselves in yellow caution tape.

Outside, protesters chanted, "Women will remember in November."

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