Shield laws protect U.S. abortion providers and patients from out-of-state legal threats. Learn what they are and why they matter.
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After Roe Fell: U.S. Abortion Laws by State
Shield Laws: What You Need to Know
Shield laws protect U.S. abortion providers and patients from out-of-state legal threats. Learn what they are and why they matter.
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Know Your State’s Abortion Laws: A Guide for Medical Professionals
Learn more about your state’s abortion laws so you can better advocate for yourself and your patients.
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Threats to Abortion Pill Access in the United States
Anti-abortion extremists are doing everything in their power to slash access to the abortion pill mifepristone.
The FDA “Review” of Mifepristone is about Politics, not Science
The Trump Food and Drug Administration (FDA) is currently conducting a politically motivated sham review of the abortion pill mifepristone.
Emerging Threats: State Laws Restricting Medication Abortion Access
Medication abortion and telemedicine are a lifeline for many people across the country. Learn about the threats to this crucial care.
Bodily Autonomy Fact Sheet Series: A New Era of Hyde Creep
The anti-rights movement expands its weaponization of U.S. federal funding to attack gender-affirming care.
Demystifying Federal Agencies: How Does the Department of Health and Human Services Ensure Hospitals Provide Emergency Care?
The U.S. government is obligated to ensure hospitals that receive federal funding provide high-quality care, including to patients experiencing obstetric emergencies requiring…
Chatrie v. US: Necessary (but Insufficient) for Reproductive Rights and Health Privacy
The Supreme Court’s recent ruling in Chatrie v. US has major implications for reproductive rights and health privacy.
So Many FOIAs, So Little Transparency: FY26 FOIA By the Numbers
The Center has been using the Freedom of Information Act (FOIA) to hold the Trump administration accountable. Here are the stats on…
Reproductive Rights Litigation Since Roe Fell
Four years of chaos, defending against attacks, and building new rights in the courts.
Reproductive Rights Litigation Since Roe Fell: Looking Ahead
As hostile states move to block out-of-state abortion access, states supportive of abortion must continue to build protections for reproductive autonomy.
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