Missouri Republicans overturned abortion rights and paid sick leave, sparking outrage from advocates who say the legislature has ignored the will of the people.

The legislation repeals the entire earned sick leave portion of Proposition A as well as a portion of the minimum wage increase. Only one Republican joined all Democrats in voting no.

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