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The newly introduced legislation would make it a felony for men to “discharge semen without the intent to fertilize." It's called the "Conception Begins at Erection Act."

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[–] NoneOfUrBusiness@fedia.io 12 points 1 day ago (1 children)

You should read the article. The representative who proposed the bill is making a statement against pro-lifers.

[–] Lodespawn@aussie.zone 3 points 1 day ago (1 children)

Oh thanks for the heads up, I had it pegged as even more ridiculousness coming out of the states but this was actually an interesting read. I think my comment still stands but maybe more aligns with the thoughts of the rep raising this particular piece of legislation than applying to them.

[–] Chuymatt@beehaw.org 1 points 1 day ago (1 children)

I think pegging would be the other option, were this to get past…

[–] Lodespawn@aussie.zone 1 points 19 hours ago (1 children)

I think edging might be more of a solution ..

[–] Lodespawn@aussie.zone 1 points 19 hours ago

Ohio: The Edgelord State