(CNN)South Dakota Republican Governor Kristi Noem SundaysState Abortion BanDefended. The life of a pregnant person is at stake, with the exception of incest and rape.
However, Nome has shown that a 10-year-old child in the described situation could be subject to a state exception for life-threatening emergency care.
"Yes, yes, the situation, the doctor, the family, and the closest individual will make a decision there for that family," she told Bash.
"That's interesting about the time we live now," Nome added. "Each state has different laws on books. The decisions are made by the legislature closest to the people. That's appropriate. That's the way our Constitution intended."
Wyoming, North Dakota, Idaho, and Tennessee are awaiting state proceedings, and court battles over abortion restrictions are underway in more than 12 states.
Nome was also asked on Sunday to support paid parental leave and greater financial access to childcare.
"That's the discussion we're going to make. I'm the governor, so I think it's important to back up exactly what I'm saying. We have a stronger family I want it, "she told Bash. "Many people struggle to help often with financial, medical and vacation policies, but in South Dakota, I think that's the right time."
{38 However, Nome said he did not support the expansion of Medicaid on the state ballot in November. This measure is intended for low-income women in South Dakota who are not covered by health insurance during and after pregnancy.