While some states have reverted to abortion bans and others have successfully passed abortion protections, the law in Arizona is up in the air after almost two years of legal wrangling in the wake of Dobbs.
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Opinion: With freedoms on the line, Arizonans can’t afford another Trump abortion ban
Opinion: The stakes for our freedoms are high. Arizonans must once again reject Trump this November.
A Flagstaff activist and mother is helping bring abortion access to northern AZ
Jasmine Viehe, a mother of two, helped bring “day one” abortion care to Flagstaff to make reproductive services more accessible.
Supreme Court to decide whether to ban abortion pill nationwide
The abortion pill mifepristone is one of two drugs used in medication abortions, which account for more than half of all abortions in the United States. If the Court approves a ban or other restrictions, it could severely restrict the ability to access abortion care all across the country.
Biden campaign blames Trump for growing anti-abortion extremism
In Missouri, Republicans have introduced bills to charge women who have abortions with murder, while in Texas, a mom was forced to flee the state to get an abortion in order to protect her own health—situations made possible by Donald Trump and the repeal of Roe v. Wade.
Arizona Supreme Court to hear arguments on 1864 abortion ban on Tuesday
Under its previous Republican leadership, the Arizona Attorney General’s Office argued in favor of the state’s 1864 total abortion ban, but reversed course when Democratic AG Kris Mayes took office in January.
BREAKING: Anti-abortion Arizona judge recuses himself from abortion case
Calls for Bill Montgomery to recuse himself came after a previous statement came to light, wherein he accused Planned Parenthood of genocide.
Gov. Katie Hobbs signs petition to add abortion rights to 2024 ballot
Gov. Katies Hobbs signed a petition at a news conference Tuesday in Phoenix to add abortion rights to the 2024 ballot. Advocates want to guarantee abortion as a constitutional right in Arizona.
VIDEO: Arizona’s strict abortion laws are driving away doctors
This is the state of abortion health in Arizona right now.
What’s it like to be an abortion provider in Arizona right now?
OB-GYN Dr. DeShawn Taylor shares her concerns about the December court case that could roll Arizona back to its pre-statehood abortion ban.
Biden celebrates abortion rights wins in elections, calls for restoration of Roe
These wins indicate that reproductive rights remain a potent issue for voters heading into the 2024 presidential election.
Courts open Arizona’s genetic-abnormality abortion ban to legal challenges
The current law prohibits abortions related to genetic abnormalities of any kind, even if the pregnancy puts the life of the mother or the fetus or embryo at risk.
Every Arizona House Republican voted for an anti-abortion extremist for Speaker
Before being elected to Congress, Mike Johnson tried to shut down an abortion clinic in Louisiana. After Roe v. Wade was overturned, Johnson called it a “historic and joyful” day and later expressed support for nationwide abortion ban. Now, he’s the new Speaker of the House.
Pressure mounts on anti-abortion judge to recuse from abortion case
Arizona Supreme Court Justice Bill Montgomery falsely accused Planned Parenthood of committing genocide and selling the remains of embryos and fetuses for profit.
Arizona’s strict abortion laws are driving away doctors
Medical students are less likely to apply for residency programs in states where reproductive healthcare is restricted.
Pharmacies expand access to abortion pills under new Biden policy
Although these pharmacies dispensing the drug marks a victory for reproductive freedom, a looming Supreme Court case could cut off access to the medication in states where abortion is still legal.
What the 2024 Republican candidates are saying about abortion bans
The Republican presidential primary field is full of anti-abortion candidates, but amid massive electoral backlash to abortion bans, some candidates are attempting to backpedal or soften their stances on the campaign trail, or ignore the issue altogether.
How You Can Help Get Abortion Rights on the Ballot
While abortion rights activists work to make the health service a constitutionally protected right, Arizona’s Supreme Court is reconsidering a pre-statehood ban.
Arizonans’ Best Path to Abortion Access Isn’t Through Mexico
While Mexico decriminalized abortion federally, there are still harsh penalties for the procedure in a majority of states.
OPINION: Arizona’s One-Size-Fits-All Abortion Law is Cruel
This ban, passed just last year in the Republican-held legislature, disrespects the autonomy of women and families who must make wrenching decisions about serious complications later in pregnancy.
Post-Roe Abortion Bans Have Led to Devastating Outcomes for Women, Study Finds
Women have suffered through ectopic pregnancies, miscarriages, fetal anomalies, and other complications, but have found it difficult to get the care they need due to restrictive abortion bans.
Arizona Providers Confident Abortions Will Continue Despite Court Challenges
Arizona health care providers are confident they will be able to continue providing safe abortions, even as courts tangle over an order that could halt distribution of a key abortion medication.
What the Latest Abortion Pill Ruling Means for You
The 5th Circuit’s ruling maintains mifepristone’s availability for now, but severely limits access in ways that could harm patients seeking abortion care.
Judge’s Abortion Pill Ruling Could Have Widespread Consequences On Health Care Access
Access to the abortion medication mifepristone has been called into question following the issuance of competing rulings in Texas and Washington.
Breaking: Gov. Hobbs Vetoes Personhood Bill That Would Have Further Criminalized Abortion
Personhood laws aim to outlaw abortion by redefining “person” to include fertilized eggs, embryos, and fetuses.
Republicans Want to Create a Government-Run, Anti-Abortion Website and Collect Pregnant Women’s Personal Information
Republicans have introduced a bill that would create a federal anti-abortion website that provides misleading information about abortion, directs women to health “centers” that pressure them not to have abortions, and could even collect their personal information to share with anti-abortion groups.
Abortion Medication May Be Accessible in Some States, but Not in Arizona — For Now
Despite the new announcement by the FDA about abortion medication, Arizonans will still have a challenging time acquiring these drugs.
A Pre-Statehood Abortion Law Could Have Been Enforced Today. Arizona Voters Kept That From Happening.
Friday marked the day the former Arizona attorney general would have enforced a pre-statehood abortion law—but due to Arizona voters, that won’t happen.
Attorney General: Republican Abe Hamadeh Denies 2020 Election Outcome, Would Prosecute Abortion Providers
Abe Hamadeh, the Republican nominee for Arizona attorney general, denies the outcome of the 2020 elections and says he would prosecute abortion providers under state law.
Attorney General: Democrat Kris Mayes Says She Will Defend Abortion Rights and Protect Mail-in Voting
Democrat Kris Mayes says as Arizona attorney general she would defend abortion rights and protect mail-in voting.