States that Abuse Women

In his March 3 New York Times column, entitled "When States Abuse Women," Nicholas Kristof condemns a new Texas law because it requires women who seek abortions in the state, first, to have an ultra-sound exam, be told the risks associated with abortion, receive a list of counseling agencies, and wait for at least 24 hours. Kristof denounces these requirements as "state-sanctioned abuse and humiliation." He quotes Texas abortionist Dr. Curtis Boyd, saying: "The state of Texas is waging war on women and their families."
To put this overheated and irresponsible rhetoric into perspective, it's worth a quick review of some states that actually do abuse women....
[h/t CuzBD]