Barbara Rodriguez

Barbara Rodriguez is a statehouses reporter for The 19th.

Kamala Harris Defends Abortion in Iowa Amid GOP Presidential Hopefuls’ Visits

Harris leads on reproductive rights after SCOTUS ruling visiting 16 states and hosting events on reproductive health.

July 30, 2023

An estimated 19 states introduced bills last year to protect election officials, with six successfully passing new laws.

January 30, 2023

More than 64,000 trans people may face barriers to voting because they live in states with strict photo ID requirements.

October 15, 2022

A Georgia law allows people and groups to submit unlimited grievances related to matters of voter eligibility.

September 23, 2022

Some local officials are exploring legislation to protect abortion seekers, even if the legal road ahead is messy.

July 3, 2022

Democratic lawmakers in Michigan introduced legislation this week that would repeal a law that criminalizes abortion.

November 11, 2021