Flanked by fellow lawmakers and abortion rights advocates, state Sen. Debra Altschiller speaks on Feb. 11, 2026, about her proposed shield law to protect New Hampshire abortion seekers from out-of-state prosecution. (Photo by William Skipworth/New Hampshire Bulletin)
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