Town Square
The Current State of Abortion Access in the United States
Posted on · Our experts discuss the legal issues, and the options currently available to women in today’s landscape.
Tag: abortion debate
Health & Science
Demand for emergency contraception surges after a leaked draft of Supreme Court opinion on abortion
Posted on · Since Monday’s leak of a draft order from the Supreme Court’s reported decision to overturn Roe v Wade, an Austin-based reproductive care and education agency reported more than 700 requests for emergency contraception kits.
News
Abortion Clinics Could Close After Court Rules Texas Restrictions Are Constitutional
Posted on · Tough new restrictions on abortion providers in Texas can now go into effect following a long-awaited court ruling. About nine clinics - including at least one in Houston - may have to shut their doors at the end of June, unless the U.S. Supreme Court intervenes.
Texas
New Texas Political Coalition Will Fight Legal Erosion of Reproductive Rights
Posted on · The newly-formed group will back legislation that would allow more access to abortion, comprehensive sex education and contraception.
Health & Science
42 Years After Roe v. Wade, States Like Texas Chip Away At Decision
Posted on · This week marks the 42nd anniversary of Roe v. Wade, the 1973 Supreme Court decision that established a woman's right to an abortion. But advocates warn that Roe is under attack like never before, including in Texas and the new Republican-dominated Congress. But their opponents say the Roe anniversary is a reminder to keep up the fight against it.
Elections
Even In Texas, Abortion Not Motivating Latino Voters
Posted on · Poll busts political myth that abortion could swing Latinos To GOP
Health & Science
Supreme Court Blocks Texas From Enforcing Parts Of Abortion Law
Posted on · U.S. Supreme Court justices largely granted the request of abortion providers, who argue the law is designed to make the procedure all but illegal in the state.
Health & Science
New Abortion Laws Switch Focus From Women to Doctors
Posted on · Texas is one of 26 states that have passed the controversial "TRAP" laws
News
Family Planning Clinics to Close, Citing Reduced Funds
Posted on · Three Planned Parenthood family planning facilities in Southeast Texas will close by the end of August, citing the loss of access to funding. The closures aren't related to recently approved abortion restrictions.