NY to send $35M to abortion providers amid worry over Roe
2 years, 7 months ago

NY to send $35M to abortion providers amid worry over Roe

Associated Press  

ALBANY, N.Y. — New York will give abortion providers $35 million to expand services and boost security in anticipation of the U.S. Supreme Court possibly overturning the landmark Roe v. Wade decision that legalized abortion nationwide, Gov. Hochul’s office said she’ll use an emergency Department of Health fund to provide $25 million in grants and reimbursements to abortion providers, including increasing access to services, while the remaining $10 million for security upgrades at abortion providers and reproductive health centers will come from from the state’s Division of Criminal Justice Services, which is part of the state’s executive branch. New York Attorney General Letitia James announced Monday that she backed a similar proposal to provide $50 million in funding for abortion providers. State GOP chair Nick Langworthy said the expected Supreme Court’s opinion won’t jettison abortion rights in New York and claimed Democrats are overblowing any potential impact.

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New York votes to put abortion rights in the state constitution
1 month, 2 weeks ago

New York votes to put abortion rights in the state constitution

NPR  

New York votes to put abortion rights in the state constitution toggle caption Yuki Iwamura/AP This story originally appeared as part of NPR's live coverage of the 2024 election. ALBANY, N.Y. — New York voters have approved an amendment to the state constitution designed to protect the state’s current access to abortion along with protections against various forms discrimination, according …

New York Lawmakers Consider Constitutional Amendment on Abortion and Transgender Athletes
2 months ago

New York Lawmakers Consider Constitutional Amendment on Abortion and Transgender Athletes

Associated Press  

A New York constitutional amendment that would expand a section of the state constitution that now says a person can't be denied civil rights because of their race, creed or religion is on the ballot. The amendment has emerged as one of the more unusual ideological battles of the 2024 election season, partly because of disagreements about what it will …

Judge declines to order New York to include ‘abortion’ in description of ballot measure
4 months ago

Judge declines to order New York to include ‘abortion’ in description of ballot measure

Associated Press  

ALBANY, N.Y. — A New York judge said Friday he won’t force state election officials to tell voters that a proposed antidiscrimination amendment to the state’s constitution would protect abortion rights, dealing a blow to Democrats who pushed for the change. The amendment would expand the list to ethnicity, national origin, age, disability and “sex, including sexual orientation, gender identity, …

In New York, a ballot referendum meant to protect abortion may not use the word ‘abortion’
4 months, 3 weeks ago

In New York, a ballot referendum meant to protect abortion may not use the word ‘abortion’

Associated Press  

ALBANY, N.Y. — A proposed amendment to New York’s Constitution that’s intended to protect abortion rights might appear on the ballot this fall without any mention of the word “abortion.” That’s partly because of sharp disagreements about what the so-called Equal Rights Amendment would actually do, if passed. The Democrats wrote a letter to the board that said the amendment …

"Scarcity mindset": As reproductive rights are eroded, abortion funds are running out of money
5 months, 2 weeks ago

"Scarcity mindset": As reproductive rights are eroded, abortion funds are running out of money

Salon  

In 2024, the National Abortion Federation and Planned Parenthood’s Justice Fund had the largest budget in its history. “We had to make this shift in funding because the need has skyrocketed with so many additional bans and people being forced to travel further care,” Brittany Fonteno, president and CEO of the National Abortion Federation, told Salon in a phone call. …

Planned Parenthood says it will spend $40 million on abortion rights ahead of November’s election
6 months ago

Planned Parenthood says it will spend $40 million on abortion rights ahead of November’s election

Associated Press  

WASHINGTON — Planned Parenthood will spend $40 million ahead of November’s elections to bolster President Joe Biden and leading congressional Democrats, betting that voters angry at Republican-led efforts to further restrict access to abortion can be the difference in key races around the country. Planned Parenthood’s advocacy arms focused on pouring money into contests where access to abortion was on …

Colorado-based abortion fund sees rising demand. Many are from Texas, where procedure is restricted
7 months, 2 weeks ago

Colorado-based abortion fund sees rising demand. Many are from Texas, where procedure is restricted

Associated Press  

DENVER — A Colorado abortion fund said Thursday it’s helped hundreds access abortion in the first months of 2024, many arriving from Texas where abortion is restricted, showing a steady increase in need each year since Roe v. Wade was overturned in 2022. In response, a national makeshift network of individuals and organizations help those seeking abortions in states where …

More than 60% of US abortions in 2023 were done by pill, study shows
9 months ago

More than 60% of US abortions in 2023 were done by pill, study shows

Firstpost  

Following the Supreme Court’s 2022 decision to abolish abortion rights, over a dozen states were able to close their abortion facilities and outlaw the operation altogether, limiting access to surgical abortions Pro-choice and anti-abortion both demonstrate outside the United States Supreme Court as the court hears arguments over a challenge to a Texas law that bans abortion after six weeks …

New Jersey already protects abortion rights. Now Democrats want to cover out-of-pocket costs, too
10 months, 4 weeks ago

New Jersey already protects abortion rights. Now Democrats want to cover out-of-pocket costs, too

Associated Press  

TRENTON, N.J. — Dawn Ericksen was struggling with an opioid addiction a dozen years ago when she got pregnant and realized she couldn’t keep herself safe, much less a baby. “It wasn’t easy to kind of come hat in hand, so to speak, and say ‘This is something I need help with.’ It’s a very vulnerable place to be.” Experiences …

What to know about abortion rulings, bills and campaigns as the US marks Roe anniversary
11 months ago

What to know about abortion rulings, bills and campaigns as the US marks Roe anniversary

Associated Press  

Since the U.S. Supreme Court’s Roe v. Wade ruling on Jan. 22, 1973, the time around the anniversary has always been marked by rallies, protests and political pledges. BALLOT DRIVE LAUNCHES IN COLORAD O, CAMPAIGN IN MARYLAND At least a hundred people gathered on the steps of the Colorado Capitol on Monday to launch a signature campaign for a ballot …

Minnesota abortion clinics embrace support in year since Roe fell
1 year, 6 months ago

Minnesota abortion clinics embrace support in year since Roe fell

Al Jazeera  

Abortion providers report increase in patients, public support as US state boosts protections after fall of Roe v Wade. Minneapolis, Minnesota – It’s been one year since the United States Supreme Court overturned the constitutional right to abortion across the country, and Paulina Briggs vividly remembers exactly what that day felt like. “Just knowing the impact that would have on …

Some states are restricting abortion. Others are spending millions to fund it
1 year, 6 months ago

Some states are restricting abortion. Others are spending millions to fund it

NPR  

Some states are restricting abortion. Others are spending millions to fund it Enlarge this image toggle caption Brandon Bell/Getty Images Brandon Bell/Getty Images As a growing number of states restrict abortion, other states and some local municipalities are substantially increasing funding for abortion and other reproductive health services. At least 15 municipal and six state governments allocated nearly $208 million …

Colorado Democrats to bolster haven against abortion bans
1 year, 9 months ago

Colorado Democrats to bolster haven against abortion bans

Associated Press  

DENVER — Colorado lawmakers are looking to strengthen the state’s role as a safe haven for abortion rights in a region largely dominated by conservative states that have restricted the practice since the U.S. Supreme Court overturned Roe v. Wade. One bill would crack down on anti-abortion centers — which are known to market themselves as abortion clinics but instead …

US states take control of abortion debate with funding focus
1 year, 10 months ago

US states take control of abortion debate with funding focus

Associated Press  

LAWRENCE, Kan. — Though the Insight Women’s Center sits at the epicenter of a reinvigorated battle in the nation’s culture wars, the only hint of its faith-based mission to dissuade people from getting abortions is the jazzy, piano rendition of “Jesus Loves Me” playing in a waiting room. They’re also considering offering millions more in income tax credits for donors …

US states take control of abortion debate with funding focus
1 year, 10 months ago

US states take control of abortion debate with funding focus

Firstpost  

When the US Supreme Court overturned Roe v. Wade last year and gave control of abortion policy to the states, it led to bans and restrictions in some states, and executive orders and laws protecting access in others Lawrence, Kan.: Though the Insight Women’s Center sits at the epicentre of a reinvigorated battle in the nation’s culture wars, the only …

New Jersey sets aside $15M for abortion provider upgrades
1 year, 11 months ago

New Jersey sets aside $15M for abortion provider upgrades

Associated Press  

TRENTON, N.J. — New Jersey will award $15 million in zero-interest loans and grants to health care facilities that provide abortion services for facility improvements and increased security, Democratic Gov. New Jersey had pre-empted the Supreme Court’s ruling, with Murphy signing legislation enshrining abortion rights into law last January. Kaitlyn Wojtowicz, an executive with the state Planned Parenthood Action Fund …

Opponents file lawsuit targeting medication abortions
2 years, 1 month ago

Opponents file lawsuit targeting medication abortions

Associated Press  

AUSTIN, Texas — Abortion opponents who helped challenge Roe v. Wade filed a lawsuit Friday that takes aim at medication abortions, asking a federal judge in Texas to undo decades-old approval of the drugs that have become the preferred method of ending pregnancy in the U.S. The state banned abortion after the Roe decision and is among the states where …

Newsom signs 13 abortion protection and reproductive health bills
2 years, 2 months ago

Newsom signs 13 abortion protection and reproductive health bills

LA Times  

Gavin Newsom talks at a news conference with workers and volunteers at a Planned Parenthood office near downtown Los Angeles in May. Gavin Newsom signed 13 abortion protection and reproductive health bills Tuesday, codifying key parts of California’s campaign to counter the effects of the U.S. Supreme Court’s decision to overturn Roe vs. Wade. Newsom then began promoting the website …

California budget to cover some out-of-state abortion travel
2 years, 3 months ago

California budget to cover some out-of-state abortion travel

Associated Press  

SACRAMENTO, Calif. — California is preparing to spend up to $20 million to bring women from other states to its abortion clinics, a policy aimed at increasing access to a procedure that has been outlawed or restricted in many states since the U.S. Supreme Court overturned Roe v. Wade. Gavin Newsom had previously restricted the money in the state’s “Abortion …

Planned Parenthood to spend record $50M in midterm elections
2 years, 4 months ago

Planned Parenthood to spend record $50M in midterm elections

Associated Press  

WASHINGTON — Planned Parenthood, the nation’s leading reproductive health care provider and abortion rights advocacy organization, plans to spend a record $50 million ahead of November’s midterm elections, pouring money into contests where access to abortion will be on the ballot. “Who wins in these midterm elections will determine whether a state has access to abortion and potentially determine whether …

NY lawmakers endorse proposed abortion rights amendment
2 years, 5 months ago

NY lawmakers endorse proposed abortion rights amendment

Associated Press  

ALBANY, N.Y. — New York lawmakers took the first step Friday toward amending the state constitution to enshrine abortion rights following the U.S. Supreme Court’s overturning of Roe v. Wade. Both houses of the Democrat-controlled Legislature approved a resolution to begin the process of passing the amendment, which would expand the state constitution’s Equal Protection Amendment by banning discrimination based …

US companies reach out to women employees after abortion rights ruling
2 years, 6 months ago

US companies reach out to women employees after abortion rights ruling

India Today  

U.S. companies including Walt Disney Co and Facebook parent Meta Platforms Inc said on Friday they will cover employees' expenses if they have to travel for abortion services after the U.S. Supreme Court overturned Roe v Wade. Facebook owner Meta will reimburse travel expenses for employees seeking out-of-state reproductive care, but the company was also "assessing how best to do …

Democrats vow to help women who must travel for abortions
2 years, 6 months ago

Democrats vow to help women who must travel for abortions

Associated Press  

PORTLAND, Ore. — Democratic leaders across the nation vowed Friday to help women who travel to seek abortions and to shield patients and medical professionals from being pursued by authorities in states where the procedure becomes outlawed after the U.S. Supreme Court overturned Roe v. Wade. Washington Attorney General Bob Ferguson also said he will work to ensure his state …

Roe v Wade struck down: Where to donate to abortion funds right now
2 years, 6 months ago

Roe v Wade struck down: Where to donate to abortion funds right now

The Independent  

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California governor backs plan to pay for some abortions
2 years, 7 months ago

California governor backs plan to pay for some abortions

Associated Press  

SACRAMENTO, Calif. — California taxpayers would help pay for abortions for women who can’t afford them under a new spending proposal Gov. When that happens, clinics will sometimes perform abortions for free, known as “uncompensated care.” Wednesday, Newsom said he wants the state to give $40 million worth of grants to clinics to help offset those costs. “California will not …

California would subsidize abortion services for uninsured, out-of-state patients under Newsom plan
2 years, 7 months ago

California would subsidize abortion services for uninsured, out-of-state patients under Newsom plan

LA Times  

California would set aside $40 million for abortion service providers to help cover uninsured residents and an expected influx of women from other states seeking care if the U.S. Supreme Court overturns the landmark ruling in Roe vs. Wade, under a plan unveiled Wednesday by Gov. The subsidies are included in a $125-million plan Newsom will send to legislators on …

Abortion-rights groups see a surge in donations after Roe v. Wade leak
2 years, 7 months ago

Abortion-rights groups see a surge in donations after Roe v. Wade leak

NPR  

Abortion-rights groups see a surge in donations after Roe v. Wade leak Enlarge this image toggle caption Anna Moneymaker/Getty Images Anna Moneymaker/Getty Images Abortion-rights groups across the country experienced a tidal wave of financial support this week after a leaked Supreme Court draft decision to tentatively overturn Roe v. Wade was made public. Elliott Kozuch, a senior communications strategist with …

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