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
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As of January 2026, New Jersey provides strong legal protections for women’s rights, particularly in reproductive healthcare, workplace protections,
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As of January 2026, New York remains one of the most protective states for women’s rights. State law and
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As of January 2025, Virginia presents a mixed but highly active landscape for women’s rights. Strong statutory protections in
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As of January 2026, women’s rights in the United States remain highly volatile and deeply fragmented. Federal protections are
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As of January 2025, Texas has some of the widest gaps in women’s rights protections nationwide. The state enforces
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As of January 2025, California has some of the strongest legal protections for women’s rights in the country, reinforced
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As of January 2025, Maryland remains one of the more consistently protective states for women’s rights. Strong legal frameworks,
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As of January 2025, women’s rights in Wisconsin sit at a crossroads, shaped by a divided political climate and
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As of January 2025, Oregon remains one of the more protective states for women’s rights. State law supports access
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As of January 2026, Washington, DC, has some of the strongest legal protections for women’s rights in the country.
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As of January 2026, Ohio’s women’s rights landscape reflects a mix of voter-driven protections and ongoing legal and