Democratic Governor – REPRODUCTIVE RIGHTS ALERTS

25 Sep

NJ Democratic Gov. Sherrill signs shield law aimed at protecting reproductive, transgender healthcare

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Gov. Mikie Sherrill signed legislation on Thursday that criminalizes interference with reproductive and transgender healthcare while barring a range of officials from aiding investigations spawned by states where such care is illegal.

04 Sep

Shapiro challenges Trump admin on reproductive health care funding

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On August 27, Gov. Josh Shapiro sued the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) over its attempt to restrict federal funding for reproductive health care and family planning services. In July, the Trump Administration announced new terms and conditions on Title X grants for the 2027-2032 grant cycle, attempting to restrict access to reproductive health care in order advance the Trump Administration’s political agenda.

27 Aug

Voters will decide reproductive rights’ future four years after Roe and more Va. headlines

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In 2026, Virginians are voting on whether to make three changes to the state's constitution. Voters will decide the future of felon voting rights, marriage equality and reproductive rights in the commonwealth.

22 Jul

Illinois Lawmakers pass bill to shield abortion information from digital medical records

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The measure seeks to protect abortion patients in Illinois from out-of-state retaliation

11 Jul

Illinois Department of Public Health Expands Access to Reproductive Health Products

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The Illinois Department of Public Health (IDPH) announced an updated contraceptive standing order expanding the ability of trained pharmacists to provide prescription birth control methods directly to Illinois residents. The updated order is intended to ensure residents have easy access to contraceptive methods.

10 Jul

Virginia’s reproductive rights amendment faces legal challenges over procedural step, language

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Bedford and Tazewell counties cases could test whether lawmakers properly advanced the ballot measure — and one suit could potentially affect two other pending constitutional amendments.

08 Jul

Assembly passes bill that would protect access to reproductive health care in N.J.

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The New Jersey https://www.roi-nj.com/2026/07/02/healthcare/assembly-passes-bill-that-would-protect-access-to-reproductive-health-care-in-n-j/General Assembly has passed legislation that provides increased protections for patients seeking reproductive health care services and the medical professionals who provide that care. The measure is sponsored by Assemblywomen Shanique Speight, Ellen Park, Annette Quijano and Luanne Peterpaul

24 Jun

Gov. Spanberger signs bills to protect contraceptive access in Virginia

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Gov. Abigail Spanberger officially signed two bills into law Wednesday aimed at protecting reproductive rights and reaffirming access to contraception.

14 Jun

Illinois Lawmakers pass bill to shield abortion information from digital medical records

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Bills expanding privacy for abortion medical records and access to birth control services passed in the final days of the General Assembly’s spring session.

11 Jun

Maryland codifies state-level emergency abortion access amid federal uncertainty

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With Gov. Wes Moore’s signature , Maryland became one of the few states to enshrine a state-level version of the federal Emergency Medical Treatment and Labor Act (EMTALA).

19 May

Virginia Right to Reproductive Freedom Amendment (2026)

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The Virginia Right to Reproductive Freedom Amendment is on the ballot in Virginia as a legislatively referred constitutional amendment on November 3, 2026.

02 May

Virginia bill creates reproductive protections overturned by Trump

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Democratic Gov. Abigail Spanberger made a minor change to a bill that will make it a Class 1 misdemeanor to obstruct access to reproductive health care facilities. This is one of several bills passed this session to protect reproductive rights.

19 Apr

Reproductive Freedom for All Applauds Virginia Governor Spanberger for Signing the Right to Contraception Act

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Governor Abigail Spanberger signed the Right to Contraception Act into law, ensuring that Virginians can access contraceptives without government interference. This was a victory years in the making after former Governor Glenn Youngkin vetoed similar legislation.

05 Apr

Maine could become among the first states to create safety net for reproductive care

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Maine’s reproductive health care providers, who have faced millions in federal cuts over the last year, are breathing a little easier after the Legislature’s budget committee approved ongoing funding and other support in the latest spending plan.

03 Apr

Virginia lawmakers send contraception-access bills to governor’s desk

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Measures would expand insurance coverage and create a state-level right as federal policy remains in flux.