How federal laws set the baseline for women’s health, safety, and access
Federal laws play a powerful role in shaping women’s rights in the United States. Even when enforcement and impact
Reproductive Rights
As of January 2026 — Abortion access seems split into three Americas. Roughly a third of states ban most abortions, a third have acted to protect or expand access, and the rest fall into a confusing middle where court rulings and clinic availability keep shifting. Measures like South Carolina’s personhood bill, along with growing efforts to challenge or limit medication abortion, are deepening the divide in where and how women receive care.
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How federal laws set the baseline for women’s health, safety, and access
Federal laws play a powerful role in shaping women’s rights in the United States. Even when enforcement and impact
How laws, courts, and access shape what “protected” really means
The word “protected” sounds definitive. In everyday language, it suggests something settled—a right that’s been secured and placed
The medical reality of miscarriage, ectopic pregnancy, and life-saving care
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In early 2026, Virginia lawmakers advanced several proposed constitutional amendments that—if approved by the full General Assembly this session—
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