Texas Abortion Advocates on What Happens Next

Texans once again have an unfortunate head start in having their rights stripped away

"...in full, and free the various states to ban abortion care. The collapse of the Roe framework for reproductive..."

May 6, 2022 News Feature by Maggie Q. Thompson

Abortion Resources for Texans and Beyond

From counseling to contraception to legal services, here are your options

"...At the time of publication, abortion is still legal in Texas prior to the first..."

May 6, 2022 News Feature

DSHS Rules: The Right Not to Have an Abortion

Agency upholds ambulatory surgical center standard

"...Services adopted new regulations that will require most Texas abortion facilities to transform their operations to meet standards consistent..."

Jan. 3, 2014 News Feature by Jordan Smith

Council Fast-Tracks Move to Decriminalize Abortion in Austin

A moment of GRACE

"...resolution, authored by Vela, that attempts to effectively decriminalize abortion in Austin. Planning for the meeting is still under..."

July 1, 2022 News Feature by Austin Sanders

The Five Things You Need to Know About Abortion in Texas

Answering your most pressing questions

"...When it comes to abortion access in Texas, the future is uncertain and so..."

July 1, 2022 News Feature by Maggie Q. Thompson

Legal Dangers Loom Large for Texas Abortion Care

Unless courts act, six-week ban takes effect Sept. 1

"...attempt by Texas lawmakers to put her and other abortion care providers out of business. Hagstrom Miller and fellow..."

Aug. 23, 2021 News Post by Mary Tuma

City Council Redirects APD Funds to Abortion Support Access

$250K to flow toward abortion support services

"...made last year, Austin City Council infused its nascent abortion care practical support program with some $250,000 as part..."

Aug. 14, 2020 News Post by Mary Tuma

Providers Fight Another Texas Abortion Ban

Health risks and pain for patients

"...Health medical director Dr. Bhavik Kumar oversees four Texas abortion clinics, but he spends most of his time working..."

Nov. 10, 2017 News Feature by Mary Tuma

BREAKING: U.S. Supreme Court Strikes Down Texas Anti-Abortion Law HB 2

In a 5-3 ruling, SCOTUS says HB 2 creates an undue burden for women

"...2 unconstitutional and an undue burden on women seeking abortion. The ruling ends a long struggle for Texas women..."

June 27, 2016 News Post by Mary Tuma

Anti-Abortion and Pro-Choice Rallies at the Capitol

"...Anti-abortion signs and photos line the front of the Capitol..."

Jan. 26, 2015 Photo Gallery

New Abortion Regs Proceed Without State Council's Support

Arm of state health agency takes no action on recommending new abortion requirements

"...concerns about the impact of enforcement of newly enacted abortion regulations on access to abortion care and family-planning services..."

Sept. 6, 2013 News Feature by Jordan Smith

Safer Legal Abortion? Not in This State!

The Texas Legislature's special session aims to trample even further on Texans' constitutional right to legal health care

"...87th Texas Legislature passed the most extreme restrictions on abortion care in the country during its regular session, but..."

July 23, 2021 News Feature by Mary Tuma

Despite State's Opposition, Judge Grants Abortion to Undocumented Minor Held "Hostage"

Texas “must not become a sanctuary state for abortions,” says A.G.

"...by the Trump administration, an undocumented Texas minor seeking abortion has finally been granted her constitutional right after struggling..."

Oct. 20, 2017 News Feature by Mary Tuma

Abortion Rights Lawsuit Filed Against State of Texas

"...lawsuit against the state of Texas on behalf of abortion providers across the state. The suit challenges two significant..."

Oct. 4, 2013 News Feature by Jordan Smith

UPDATE: Abortion Bill Passes

Testimony will end at midnight

"...Health Services in charge of licensing compliance for both abortion clinics and ambulatory surgical centers, abortion clinics are inspected..."

July 3, 2013 News Post by Jordan Smith

Opinion: The Extreme Anti-Abortion Agenda Being Pushed Forward at the Texas Lege Is Harmful and Cruel

Texans deserve the trust and the power to decide what is best for them, their bodies, and their futures

"...my third legislative session working as an advocate for abortion care and rights in the state. I am used..."

April 16, 2021 Column by Courtney Chambers

Whole Woman's Health Caught Up in Anti-Abortion Turf War

Longtime Austin clinic forced to relocate

"...After 16 years as a trusted local abortion care provider on North I-35 and Highway 183, Whole..."

Feb. 22, 2019 News Feature by Mary Tuma

Thousands of Texas Women Self-Induce Abortion, Study Finds

Women point to cost barriers, clinic closures as reasons

"...Legislative policies have had on Texas women’s health, found abortion self-induction appears more common in Texas compared to other..."

Nov. 17, 2015 News Post by Mary Tuma

Senate Votes to Ban Insurance Coverage for Abortion

GOP moves to prevent health insurers from covering abortion

"...The measure bans health insurance plans from providing abortion coverage. While Sen. Sylvia Garcia, D-Houston, sought to include..."

May 6, 2015 News Post by Mary Tuma

Texas' Draconian Abortion Restrictions Likely to Face Court Challenge

Amid clouds and darkness, Texans get ready to fight for choice

"..."Let's be clear about this – abortion is still legal in Texas," Rep. Donna Howard, D-Austin,..."

June 4, 2021 News Feature by Mary Tuma

Louisiana SCOTUS Case Déjà Vu for Texas Abortion Providers

Conservative 5th Circuit ignores Whole Woman's precedent

"...Services v. Gee, which challenges a 2014 law requiring abortion physicians to obtain admitting privileges at a hospital no..."

Oct. 25, 2019 News Feature by Mary Tuma

Fifth Circuit Upholds Anti-Abortion Law

5th Circuit ruling would leave Texas with only eight clinics

"...Texas will be left with an estimated eight abortion clinics for the state's 5 million reproductive-age women, as..."

June 12, 2015 News Feature by Mary Tuma

'Chipping Away': A Texas Abortion Rights Timeline

"...Legal abortion rights began in Texas with the U.S. Supreme Court's..."

June 28, 2013 News Feature by Jordan Smith

When You Say 'Planned Parenthood' You Say 'Abortion,' Court Rules

State may regulate speech in Women's Health Program

"...regulate the content of the WHP and to "disfavor abortion." Indeed, although the WHP as a federal waiver program..."

Aug. 22, 2012 News Post by Jordan Smith

U.S. Department of Justice Sues to Block Texas Abortion Ban

State prohibits most abortions, even as Roe v. Wade remains law

"...the new Texas law that has prohibited most legal abortions in the state, even as Roe v. Wade remains..."

Sept. 13, 2021 News Post by Mary Tuma

Paxton Thinks Abortion Providers Get a "Pass" in Court

A.G. urges SCOTUS to make it harder for providers to fight anti-choice laws

"...Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton thinks abortion clinics shouldn't be in the business of defending themselves..."

July 5, 2019 News Feature by Mary Tuma

Texas Senate Passes Forced Abortion Counseling Bill

SB 2234: A "dangerous expansion of state power"

"...Abortion-seeking women, apparently unable to make the best choice for..."

May 3, 2019 News Post by Mary Tuma

“People’s Lawsuit” Challenges Texas Abortion Restrictions

Ambitious effort to reverse anti-choice laws gets a day in court

"...if nearly all of Texas' onerous and most restrictive abortion laws over the past two decades were struck down..."

Jan. 11, 2019 News Feature by Mary Tuma

“Cruel” Anti-Abortion SB 8 Sent to Gov’s Desk to Become Law

Expect a court challenge over "unconstitutional" bill

"...session. The bill, by Sen. Charles Schwertner, R-Georgetown, requires abortion providers to bury or cremate women’s fetal and embryonic..."

May 26, 2017 News Post by Mary Tuma

Health Department Adds More Faulty Science to Pre-Abortion Booklet

Public comment period on revisions ends July 29

"...required by law to be given to women seeking abortion, to include even more medical mistruths. Ironically titled “A..."

July 19, 2016 News Post by Mary Tuma

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