The Utah Supreme Court has upheld an injunction on the state's "Life at Conception" law, maintaining the block imposed by a lower court. This decision comes as Planned Parenthood continues its legal challenge against the pro-life legislation.

Katie Daniel, State Policy Director for SBA Pro-Life America, expressed her disappointment: “Lives will continue to be taken by abortion with the delay of Utah’s pro-life law. It’s hard to fathom that unborn children who have heartbeats, who smile and suck their thumbs, and who feel pain can still be aborted in Utah. Utah is a pro-life state that values babies in the womb and their mothers. While 21 states have laws in effect protecting life at 15 weeks or sooner, Utah’s law that would protect the lives of more than 3,000 babies annually continues to be blocked.”

Daniel added, “We are hopeful that life will win on the merits in this case. This law is the will of the people and it is clear that the unborn deserve protections.”

Utah's 2020 trigger law, which includes exceptions for rape, incest, and life of the mother while protecting life throughout pregnancy, has been enjoined since July 2022. Currently, a 2019 law limiting abortions beyond 18 weeks remains effective.

Susan B. Anthony Pro-Life America is a network comprising over one million pro-life advocates nationwide. The organization focuses on ending abortion through political advocacy and promoting pro-life women leaders.