Strict new regulations force some Texas abortion clinics to close . The restrictions had gone into effect in recent days , but a number of abortion rights supporters then asked the justices to intervene on an emergency basis . By 6 - 3 , the Supreme Court tells Texas not to enforce that law for now . The regulations will only have temporary effect , until more appeals can be filed . Texas officials said the regulations would affect patient care and safety .
Strict new regulations force some Texas abortion clinics to close . By 6 - 3 , the Supreme Court tells Texas not to enforce that law for now . The regulations will only have temporary effect , until more appeals can be filed . Texas officials said the regulations would affect patient care and safety .