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OKLAHOMA CITY — A revised version of an abortion bill that stalled in a House committee last week advanced Tuesday along with another controversial measure that would give men the final say in many if not most abortions.

House Bill 1549, by Rep. George Faught, R-Muskogee, seeks to ban abortions sought solely because of indications of fetal defects such as Down syndrome.

This week’s rewrite was sufficient to sway two Republicans who originally voted against the measure when it failed on a 4-4 tie last week in the House Public Health Committee.

HB 1549 passed 5-2 this time, with the “no” votes coming from Democrats.

HB 1441, by Rep. Justin Humphrey, R-Lane, also advanced on a 5-2 vote. The bill would require any woman seeking an abortion to obtain written permission from the man who impregnated her, except in cases of rape, incest or medical emergency.

Critics of the measure, citing U.S. Supreme Court decisions, say it is unconstitutional and almost certain to be challenged.

Humphrey, who caused a stir in recent days by referring to pregnant women as “hosts,” said his bill is “not just about abortion. It’s about trying to get men involved.”