Quite possibly Mississippi.

The state is considering legislation that's strikingly similar to the abortion ban enacted in South Dakota last week.

The Mississippi lawmaker who introduced the near-ban, Democrat Steve Holland, said he acted because he was tired of piecemeal attempts to add new abortion restrictions year after year.

Holland said he has voted for some abortion restrictions and against others in the past. "I have a strong dilemma within myself on this," Holland said. "I can only impregnate. I can't get pregnant myself."

Somehow, that's not the most convincing argument I've ever heard in favor of banning abortion. This, however, is an interesting twist:

Rep. Omeria Scott, D-Laurel, persuaded the House committee to approve an amendment that says the state would provide free education and medical services to any child born in the state, until age 19.

Scott said her proposal could extend beyond the public schools and Medicaid already offered. She said it could make a significant difference for a poor woman who's trying to decide whether to have an abortion.

"Anyone who wants to take this language out of this bill is not for life," Scott said.

Wanna bet that the ban is passed without Scott's provisions attached?

Thanks to Erin for the link.