‘What this session is going to be known for’

Here’s a link to the final, updated version of my story today on the demise of SB 1387, the forced ultrasound bill. Among the comments from lawmakers included in the article:

Rep. Vito Barbieri , R-Dalton Gardens, a co-sponsor of the bill: “I think that the proponents just weren’t ready for the firestorm that it lit.” Barbieri said his emails were running “at least 10-to-1 against” the bill.

Rep. Bob Nonini , R-Coeur d’Alene: “I was concerned about the trans-vaginal ultrasound. I don’t think I could’ve supported that bill in its current form.”

Rep. John Rusche , D-Lewiston, a retired physician: “It’s terrible medicine, terrible public policy, and an assault on personal freedom. … And unfortunately, that’s what this session is going to be known for.”