U.S. Abortion Rights: Resources

The Center’s research and analyses on U.S. abortion rights and the forward fight for reproductive freedom.

Research, Analysis and Tools from the Center

The Forward Fight for Reproductive Freedom

Learn more about the fight to reclaim our rights.

Dobbs v. Jackson Women’s Health Organization

Analyses and more resources on the U.S. Supreme Court’s 2022 ruling eliminating the right to abortion.

“After Roe Fell” State Abortion Laws Map

Where is abortion banned in the U.S.? Where is it protected?

INDIANAPOLIS, IN – JULY 25: Abortion rights protesters march outside the Indiana State Capitol building on July 25, 2022 in Indianapolis, Indiana. Activists are gathering during a special session of the Indiana state Senate concerning abortion access in the state. (Photo by Jon Cherry/Getty Images)

U.S. Repro Watch

Read the latest news about U.S. reproductive rights.

Interstate Shield Laws

Learn how abortion access states protect out-of-state residents.

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Abortion on the Ballot

Voters come out strongly in support of reproductive freedom.

State Constitutions and Abortion Rights

Interactive map showing state court rulings on the right to abortion.

Constitutional Right to Reproductive Autonomy

Realizing the promise of the 14th Amendment.

INDIANAPOLIS, IN – JULY 25: Abortion rights protesters march outside the Indiana State Capitol building on July 25, 2022 in Indianapolis, Indiana. Activists are gathering during a special session of the Indiana state Senate concerning abortion access in the state. (Photo by Jon Cherry/Getty Images)

Voices from Abortion Ban States

Center plaintiffs speak out about being denied essential abortion care.

2023 U.S. State Legislative Wrap-up

An analysis of state bills on reproductive rights and access to care.

State Constitutions and Sex Discrimination

Map and resource showing how state constitutional guarantees compare to federal protection.

Clinician with patient — Jackson Women’s Health employee Brooke Jones conducts an ultrasound

Abortion in Wanted Pregnancies

Abortion care is often crucial for treating many dangerous pregnancy conditions.

Oklahoma Hospitals and Emergency Obstetric Care

Research study about hospitals’ inability to provide clear, accurate information on emergency obstetric care.

How Louisiana’s Abortion Bans Endanger Patients and Clinicians

Report documents harm caused by the state’s abortion bans.

CRR SCOTUS Rally for Dobbs v. Jackson Women’s Health Abortion rights supporters organized by the Center for Reproductive Rights rally as the U.S. Supreme Court hears oral arguments in Dobbs v. Jackson Women’s Health on Wednesday, Dec. 1, 2021, in Washington. (Joy Asico/AP Images for the Center for Reproductive Rights)

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.

World’s Abortion Laws Map

The legal status of abortion in countries across the globe.

Global Trends: Abortion Rights

Infographic of countries progressing and regressing on abortion rights.

Repro 101

Glossary of Abortion Terms

Abortion law and policy terms including bans, restrictions, protections and more.

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U.S. College Students and Abortion Access

Millions of young people attend college in states without abortion access.

Medication Abortion in Global Context: FAQ

Get answers to frequently asked questions about medication abortion.

Take Action

Top 6 Things You Can Do for U.S. Abortion Rights

Learn how you can join #TheForwardFight today.

Woman speaking at podium — The Center for Reproductive Rights WHPA press conference, photographed 23 May 2019 at the US Capitol in Washington DC.

Join the Campaign for Federal Abortion Rights Legislation

Join the U.S. campaign to pass federal legislation to safeguard abortion access.

Publications Search

Search the Center’s library of free, downloadable publications, fact sheets, reports and resources.

Abortion Defense Network

Get access to abortion-related legal services with this new resource.

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