by Eleanore Strong | Apr 15, 2011 | Issues, News, News & Opinion, Ultrasound
House Bill would require abortion providers to give women seeking abortions the opportunity to view an active ultrasound before the procedure is performed. The measure also requires facilities to report how many women choose to view the ultrasound. Source:...
by Eleanore Strong | Apr 14, 2011 | Issues, News, News & Opinion, State Abortion Policy
A push to toughen health standards at abortion clinics has failed in the Illinois House. The bill would have required clinics that provide abortions to meet the same standards that apply to hospital facilities that perform outpatient procedures. Source:...
by Eleanore Strong | Apr 13, 2011 | Issues, News, News & Opinion, Ultrasound
Chicago Tribune op-ed columnist Eric Zorn recently shared comprehensive information about the status of ultrasound legislation in various states, including existing laws as well as legislation proposed this year. The discussion was prompted by the introduction of an...
by Eleanore Strong | Apr 12, 2011 | Issues, News, News & Opinion, State Abortion Policy
The Pennsylvania House Health Committee has passed legislation that would regulate abortion clinics as ambulatory surgical facilities. In Kansas, the Legislature soon will vote on a final version of a bill that would add regulations for abortion clinics and require...
by Eleanore Strong | Apr 8, 2011 | News, News & Opinion
Illinois pharmacists who challenged a state rule that requires them to dispense emergency contraceptives have gained a victory for conscience rights. The Seventh Judicial Circuit in Sangamon County, Illinois struck down the 6-year standing rule yesterday, holding that...
