INDIANAPOLIS — Vice President Kamala Harris is expected to visit Indianapolis while lawmakers meet for a special session.

During the special session, lawmakers are expected to discuss abortion legislation that would bring a near-ban to Indiana.

The legislation introduced by Indiana Senate Republicans would prohibit abortions throughout all stages of the fetus’ development in a pregnant woman’s uterus from implantation until birth except in limited situations. Republican lawmakers are promising to boost spending toward helping pregnant women, young children and adoptions.

Republicans say the proposals show dedication to mothers and babies. Democrats say Republicans have underfunded such programs for years and rejected earlier efforts to help pregnant women.