TFC News Brief – 11/12/19

A bill that would require parental consent before a minor can get an abortion was delayed in a Senate committee by procedure and debate on proposed amendments.
A Senate committee gave unanimous approval to a bill that would reduce sentences for many drug offenses.
Sales tax holidays for back-to-school supplies and emergency preparedness supplies were approved by a Senate committee.

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