
Prepare for your forward fight by exploring the Center’s research and analyses on the legal principles and issues pertaining to U.S. abortion rights, the harm of abortion bans, and more.
Resources for the Fight Forward: Research and Analysis on U.S. Reproductive Rights

Legal Analysis: What Dobbs Got Wrong
Briefing paper analyzing the majority, concurring, and dissenting opinions in Dobbs.

“After Roe Fell” State Abortion Laws Map
Where is abortion banned in the U.S.? Where is it protected?

State Constitutions and Sex Discrimination
Map and resource showing how state constitutional guarantees compare to federal protection.

State Constitutions and Abortion Rights
Building state-level protections for reproductive autonomy in the U.S.

Oklahoma Hospitals and Emergency Obstetric Care
Research study about hospitals’ inability to provide clear, accurate information on emergency obstetric care.

2022 U.S. State Legislative Wrap-up
An analysis of state bills on reproductive rights and access to care.

State Court Litigation Tracker
Litigation against abortion bans in state courts since the U.S. Supreme Court overturned Roe v. Wade.

Background and analysis of the landmark U.S. Supreme Court ruling recognizing the right to abortion.
U.S. Abortion Rights in Global Context

U.S. Abortion Rights in Global Context
How the U.S.’s regression on abortion rights has made it a global outlier.

Global Trends: Abortion Rights
Infographic of countries progressing and regressing on abortion rights.
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Medication Abortion in Global Context: FAQ
Get answers to frequently asked questions about medication abortion.
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Top 6 Things You Can Do for U.S. Abortion Rights
Learn how you can join #TheForwardFight for U.S. abortion rights today.