Utah Supreme Court Keeps Near-Total Abortion Ban on Hold

State's high court rules that the ban will remain paused until a lower court evaluates its constitutionality.

Abortion remains legal in Utah up to 18 weeks while the case is under review.
The decision does not determine the final outcome of the state's abortion policy.
Planned Parenthood Association of Utah has legal standing to challenge the law.
Republican lawmakers criticize the court's decision, considering further legislative actions.
Abortion rights continue to be a contentious issue in upcoming elections.