Supreme Court to Hear Case Determining Access to Abortion Drug

Mifepristone will remain available for now

"...hear a case that could put an end to access to mifepristone, a medication used for most abortions in..."

Dec. 13, 2023 News Post by Mae Lackey

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

State Officials "Exploiting" Coronavirus Pandemic to Ban Abortion?

Reproductive rights groups blast Abbott, Paxton

"...Monday, March 23, Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton announced abortion procedures would halt across the state amid the COVID-19..."

March 24, 2020 News Post by Mary Tuma

UPDATED: Abortion Providers Appeal to U.S. Supreme Court

Asking court to vacate appeals decision in HB 2 lawsuit

"...respond by Nov. 12 to an appeal filed by abortion providers seeking to block implementation of the controversial requirement..."

Nov. 4, 2013 News Post by Jordan Smith

A Back Door Ban on Abortion?

Senator would regulate clinics as surgical centers

"...To Sen. Robert Deuell, requiring abortion clinics to be ambulatory surgical centers would ensure women..."

March 20, 2013 News Post by Jordan Smith

Two Promising Challenges to SB 8 Forge On, as More Abortion Funds Face Legal Threats

Abortion advocates say the fight is a social one and long from over

"...Texans have lost a few battles to Texas' near-total abortion ban, Senate Bill 8, in the last few weeks,..."

April 1, 2022 News Feature by Maggie Q. Thompson

Texas Senate Speeds This Year's Abortion Bills Through Lege

Senate speeds this year's abortion bills through Lege

"...year, as Texas grappled with the COVID-19 pandemic, local abortion assistance group Jane's Due Process saw a surge of..."

April 2, 2021 News Feature by Mary Tuma

Soifer Helps Lead Abortion Fight

With more than 30 years of legal experience, Soifer is no stranger to social justice cases

"...Soifer picked up the phone and was told Texas abortion clinics planned to file suit against the state for..."

Nov. 20, 2015 News Feature by Mary Tuma

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

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

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

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

Texas Legal Abortion Rate Drops Post-HB 2

The rate of legal abortion fell 13% since House Bill 2 took effect

"...Newly released data, collected directly from Texas abortion providers, shows what many reproductive health leaders and advocates..."

July 23, 2014 News Post by Mary Tuma

Lege Takes Direct Aim at Austin Abortion Aid

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

Feb. 19, 2021 News Feature by Mary Tuma

Court Rules Undocumented Minor Held “Hostage” by Trump Administration Can Access Abortion

Decision "rights a grave constitutional wrong," says judge

"...Trump administration officials – will now be able to access her constitutional right to abortion after being denied that..."

Oct. 24, 2017 News Post by Mary Tuma

Campaign, Legislators Back Bill to Repeal Anti-Abortion Law

"Trust. Respect. Access" campaign hosts lobby day at Capitol

"...or at least thoughtfully consider, bills that would increase access to women’s health care and promote factually accurate sex..."

Feb. 27, 2015 News Post by Mary Tuma

Farrar: Repeal 24-Hour Waiting Period for Abortion

Ultrasound law has not stopped women from seeking procedure

"...remove the 24 hour waiting period for women seeking abortion. According to research released this week by the Texas..."

March 6, 2013 News Post by Jordan Smith

Everything's Broken and Thousands are Dead, But There's Always Time For Abortion Bans in Texas

Seven "priority" anti-choice bills sail to Senate floor

"...full attention to not one, not two, but seven anti-abortion bills approved Tuesday, March 16, following a marathon hearing..."

March 17, 2021 News Post by Mary Tuma

ACLU Sues Texas Cities Over Local Abortion Bans

Suit argues small towns aim to suppress truth, free speech

"...of tiny East Texas towns passing ordinances to ban abortion and condemn pro-choice groups as crime syndicates, the ACLU..."

Feb. 26, 2020 News Post by Mary Tuma

Texas House Passes Near-Total Abortion Ban

SB 8 allows anyone the right to sue a provider

"...The most extreme six-week abortion ban in the country is now one step closer..."

May 5, 2021 News Post by Mary Tuma

Abortion Providers Sue to Block Fetal Burial Rule

Whole Wom­an’s Health v. Hellerstedt, part 2

"...The Center for Reproductive Rights, representing a group of abortion providers, filed a lawsuit against the state of Texas..."

Dec. 16, 2016 News Feature by Mary Tuma

Council Takes a Stand Against Texas Abortion Law

Resolution to repeal HB 2 unanimously passes Council

"...a resolution that supports the full repeal of Texas’ abortion law, House Bill 2...."

Sept. 25, 2014 News Post by Mary Tuma

Senate Hearing on Abortion Regs Bill Underway

Hearing expected to last 16 hours

"...Senate Bill 1, the Senate's version of the sweeping abortion regulations measure being considered during this second-called special session...."

July 8, 2013 News Post by Jordan Smith

Planned Parenthood Out, But Docs Can Still Discuss Abortion in New Texas Women's Health Program

HHSC relaxes abortion gag rule

"...exclude Planned Parenthood, relax rules covering provider discussions of abortion, and include funding for treatment of sexually-transmitted infections. And,..."

Oct. 19, 2012 News Post by Jordan Smith

VR Documentary Invites You to an Intimate Conversation on Abortion

Making the choice

"...who chose, facing life-threatening complications, to have a late-term abortion – a choice which is the subject of empathetic..."

March 11, 2022 Features Feature by Lina Fisher

Don Zimmerman Files Suit Against City Over Abortion Services Funding

It's unclear if the former council member remembers Roe v. Wade

"...includes first-in-the-nation city funding to help residents connect with abortion support services, former Council Member Don Zimmerman filed a..."

Sept. 12, 2019 News Post by Austin Sanders

SCOTUS Rules Jane Doe Abortion Case “Moot”

Undocumented minor had procedure done in October

"...Monday ruled the suit over an undocumented minor seeking abortion access is "moot," as she already had the procedure..."

June 8, 2018 News Feature by Mary Tuma

Sparks: Fetal Burial Rule “Pretext” for Restricting Abortion

Federal judge says rule would allow "arbitrary and potentially discriminatory enforcement"

"...to bury or cremate their fetal tissue after an abortion or miscarriage. In a 24-page order issued Friday, Jan...."

Feb. 3, 2017 News Feature by Mary Tuma

House Approves Abortion Restrictions for Minors

House gives first OK to bill restricting judicial bypass

"...HB 3994, a measure that severely restricts a minor's access to judicial bypass. Sponsored by Sen. Charles Perry, R-Lubbock,..."

May 14, 2015 News Post by Mary Tuma

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