Democrats say that’s a nonstarter, arguing there are already limits on abortion access. The dispute could torpedo a deal, leading to higher health insurance premiums for millions.
The eight people were indicted and accused of practicing medicine without a license under the supervision of midwife Maria Margarita Rojas, the state attorney general said.
State officials appealed after the Montana Supreme Court ruled that the law requiring parental consent when a minor seeks an abortion violated the state constitution.
Supporters cited police investigations of more than 100 women for suspected illegal abortions in the past five years, including some who suffered natural miscarriages and stillbirths.