By the early 1800's, every state above Maryland had abolished slavery.

European states abolished torture from their statutory law in the late 18th and early 19th centuries.

There was a growing free black community in Philadelphia, which increased after the state abolished slavery.

Most states have abolished this cause of action, so such a complaint would be dismissed.

Theoretically, a state could abolish all local governments within its borders.

In 2012 the state of California abolished all local redevelopment agencies.

In response, some states would restrict or abolish abortion rights.

There is no county seat because the state abolished county government in 1960.

The states organize local government in their area, but cannot abolish it.

The states abolished restrictions on voting in the early 19th century.