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Reproductive Rights
Georgia Anti-Abortion Law Adds “Unborn Dependents” to Tax Code
Tax exemption for “fetal personhood” worries reproductive rights activists, who say the law invites unknown risks.
MO Senate Proposes Bill That Would Allow Murder Charges for Getting an Abortion
The bill does not explicitly mention whether it would criminalize out-of-state travel for abortion care.
Idaho’s “Abortion Trafficking” Law Takes Effect
The law effectively criminalizes medical care legally obtained in neighboring states.
Advocates Organize to Enshrine Abortion Protections in Florida’s Constitution
New restrictions on citizen-led ballot initiatives levied by the GOP-controlled legislature exacerbates the time crunch.
“It Was Dehumanizing,” Says Woman Who Was Illegally Denied Emergency Abortion
“It was terrifying,” said a woman who was denied an abortion. “It was horrible not to get the care to save your life.”
Oklahoma Woman’s Experience Illustrates What Abortion Bans Really Look Like
Doctors were reluctant to treat Jaci Statton due to three separate anti-abortion laws that are in effect in the state.
Republicans Attack Abortion Rights Ballot Initiatives in Several States
At least 139 bills that would impact the ballot initiative process have been introduced in state legislatures this year.
Supreme Court Rules to Protect Access to the Abortion Pill — for Now
The court's ruling means mifepristone will continue to be legal as the case makes its way through the courts.
SCOTUS: Mifepristone to Remain Available Without Tightened Restrictions, for Now
The drug, used for self-medicated abortions up to the 10th week, may be distributed by mail until 11:59 PM ET Friday.
Judge Who Ruled on Abortion Pill Was Handpicked by Network That Brought Lawsuit
His nomination was part of a broader project championed by his former boss, a member of the Council for National Policy.