Texas Supreme Court Makes Abortion Access for Neglected Teens Even More Difficult

Texas Court adds more rules to judicial bypass law

"...anti-choice lawmakers succeeded in throwing up substantial barriers to abortion access for some of the state’s most vulnerable –..."

Dec. 30, 2015 News Post by Mary Tuma

Council Members To Back Abortion Support Budget Measure

Garza, Casar plan support for $100K in abortion assistance

"...In response to the growing hostility toward abortion rights – nationally, statewide, and now at the municipal..."

Aug. 15, 2019 News Post by Mary Tuma

Abortion on the Border

A Q&A with one of the most important players in the state’s fight for abortion access

"...This summer, after nearly two decades of operating abortion clinics in Texas, the fall of Roe v. Wade..."

Dec. 30, 2022 News Feature by Sara Hutchinson

Supreme Court to Hear Texas Abortion Case This Week

HB 2 oral arguments start Wednesday

"...on the U.S. Supreme Court, where the most pivotal abortion rights case in more than two decades will be..."

March 1, 2016 News Post by Mary Tuma

With Rosie's Law, Austin Legislators Aim to Restore Abortion Coverage

Sheryl Cole, Sarah Eckhardt introduce bicameral legislation that would expand health insurance coverage for abortion care

"...v. Wade, two Austin lawmakers are calling for expanded abortion care assistance for Texans. On Jan. 26, state Rep...."

Jan. 29, 2021 News Feature by Mary Tuma

U.S. Supreme Court Takes Up Texas Abortion Law Case

Justices have until June to make a final ruling

"...would take up their case against the state's harsh abortion restrictions. “Today, my heart is filled with hope," said..."

Nov. 13, 2015 News Post by Mary Tuma

Legislators Take Direct Aim at Austin’s Support for Abortion

Bills target city's funding of logistical assistance

"...prohibit local governments from funding any logistical support for abortion, a direct shot at Austin...."

Feb. 12, 2021 News Post by Mary Tuma

What to Expect in the House Abortion Debate

Reps will gather today at 10am

"...its first debate on House Bill 2, the sweeping abortion regs bill filed by Rep. Jodie Laubenberg, R-Parker. Though..."

July 9, 2013 News Post by Jordan Smith

Groups File Expansive Suit to Challenge Dozens of Abortion Restrictions

Lawsuit filed Thursday in Austin federal court

"...long-awaited step today to erase the state’s many draconian abortion regulations by filing suit in an Austin federal court..."

June 14, 2018 News Post by Mary Tuma

Abortion Providers Ask Supreme Court to Take Up HB 2

Providers want ASC and admit privileges rules gone

"...As promised, Texas abortion providers are taking their legal fight against draconian state..."

Sept. 3, 2015 News Post by Mary Tuma

Abortion Providers Sue to Block Texas Fetal Burial Rule

CRR: Unconstitutional rule imposes cost burden, abortion stigma

"...The Center for Reproductive Rights, representing a group of abortion providers, is suing Texas in an effort to block..."

Dec. 12, 2016 News Post by Mary Tuma

SCOTUS Protects Abortion Rights, Upholds Texas Precedent

Roberts concurs with majority to strike down Louisiana measure

"...the U.S. Supreme Court struck down a burdensome Louisiana abortion law this morning, a major victory for reproductive rights..."

June 29, 2020 News Post by Mary Tuma

Attorneys Fight D&E Abortion Ban in Court

Judge Yeakel plans to issue ruling “quickly” before Sept. 1

"...Friday (Sept. 1), would unduly burden Texas women seeking abortion access and subject them to “medical experimentation.”..."

Aug. 29, 2017 News Post by Mary Tuma

Whole Woman's Abortion Clinic To Reopen in Austin

First abortion clinic reopens since SCOTUS HB 2 ruling

"...The Whole Woman’s Health abortion clinic in North Austin – shuttered in the wake..."

March 16, 2017 News Post by Mary Tuma

Dozens of Groups File Briefs Against Texas Abortion Law

Diverse array of organizations submit 45 briefs to SCOTUS opposing HB 2

"...in consensus: House Bill 2, the draconian multi-part Texas abortion law, is harmful to women...."

Jan. 5, 2016 News Post by Mary Tuma

Far-Right Texas Legislator Files Bill to Completely Outlaw Abortion

HB 896 too fanatical even for extreme anti-choice groups

"...Caucus faction has filed a bill that would make abortion care outright illegal, legislation too extreme even for the..."

Feb. 4, 2019 News Post by Mary Tuma

Anti-Abortion Bill Aimed at Minors Advances

Senate gives preliminary nod to bill restricting judicial bypass

"...A measure that poses substantial hurdles to abortion access for vulnerable minors took another step forward to..."

May 25, 2015 News Post by Mary Tuma

The “Aid and Abet” Abortion Era Begins

Texas' "trigger law" banning abortion takes effect

"...civil lawsuits against anyone who provides or aids an abortion after six weeks' gestation. The Supreme Court's reversal in..."

Dec. 16, 2022 News Feature by Maggie Q. Thompson

Judge Blocks State From Banning Abortion During Pandemic

Texas providers can continue delivering essential care – for now.

"...Greg Abbott and Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton, Texas abortion providers can continue their work – for now...."

March 30, 2020 News Post by Mary Tuma

Providers Back in Court To Stop Texas Abortion Ban

Doctors say law would impose risk, pain for patient

"...Texas abortion providers may have secured a historic victory at the..."

Nov. 3, 2017 News Post by Mary Tuma

Early Start for Senate Abortion Debate

Capitol doors open at 7am for committee hearing sign up

"...1 – the new restrictions on reproductive rights and abortion provision – at the Senate Health and Human Services..."

July 7, 2013 News Post by Richard Whittaker

After a Month of Chaos, Abortion Care Returns to Texas

Clinics, patients, and the law get put through the ringer over care

"...and equipment amid the COVID-19 pandemic – singled out abortion care among those prohibited procedures on March 23. Clinic..."

May 1, 2020 News Feature by Mary Tuma

UDATED: Abortion Regulations Trial Begins in Federal Court

Contested provisions set to take effect Oct. 29

"...Evaluation Project, if provisions of the sweeping and controversial abortion regulations law passed this summer take effect as planned..."

Oct. 21, 2013 News Post by Jordan Smith

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

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

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

Fifth Circuit Abortion Ruling Harms Women

Closings, tears, and outrage for women and providers at Texas clinics

"...of women across the city were turned away from abortion care by their provider of choice and forced to..."

Nov. 1, 2013 News Post by Jordan Smith

UPDATED: Abortion Regulations Trial Continues in Federal Court

Second day of testimony continues this afternoon

"...and CEO of Whole Woman's Health, which operates five abortion clinics across Texas, says she's worked hard to recruit..."

Oct. 22, 2013 News Post by Jordan Smith

Pro-Choice Groups Strike Back at Malicious Abortion Foe

Leader of small-town ban effort slapped with defamation suit

"...Three abortion support organizations - The Lilith Fund, the Texas Equal..."

June 11, 2020 News Post by Mary Tuma

Abortion Regulation Trial Concludes

Judge will rule "as quickly as I can"

"...a federal judge blocks implementation of Texas' new sweeping abortion regulations, 13 clinics across Texas – including Planned Parenthood..."

Oct. 23, 2013 News Post by Jordan Smith

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