Gov. Abbott signs executive order over "birth tourism" in Texas, targets hospitals and providers
The governor of Texas is targeting hospitals and providers to put a stop to so-called "birth tourism" schemes.
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The governor of Texas is targeting hospitals and providers to put a stop to so-called "birth tourism" schemes.
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