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Jun 14, 2023
Jun 14, 2023
Reproductive advocacy groups launch campaign to bolster patient protections by banning sale of cellphone location data
Reproductive advocacy groups launched “Your Location: It’s None of Their Business,” a campaign to ban the sale and trade of cellphone location information in Massachusetts.
Apr 21, 2023
Apr 21, 2023
ACLU of Massachusetts Comment on Supreme Court Decision in Medication Abortion Case
This is very welcome news, but it’s frightening to think that Americans came within hours of losing access to a medication that is used in most abortions in this country.
Issue Areas:
Reproductive Freedom
Apr 07, 2023
Apr 07, 2023
ACLU of Massachusetts Comment on Texas Court Decision Attempting to Block Mifepristone Access
The unprecedented attempt by a single judge in Texas to cut off access to this safe abortion and miscarriage medication poses a grave threat to the health of people seeking care nationwide.
Issue Areas:
Reproductive Freedom
Mar 22, 2023
Mar 22, 2023
ACLU praises Healey-Driscoll administration guidance for pharmacies to ensure continued access to reproductive health medications
The Healey-Driscoll administration knows what’s at stake: Extremists are pressing for a nationwide ban on all abortion care and contraception.
Issue Areas:
Reproductive Freedom
Jan 30, 2023
Jan 30, 2023
AG Campbell, abortion advocates, and law firms launch ‘Abortion Legal Hotline’
The ACLU stands ready to ensure that Massachusetts abortion providers, patients, and helpers have access to high-quality legal advice and resources to realize our state’s protections.
Issue Areas:
Reproductive Freedom
Nov 02, 2022
Nov 02, 2022
ACLU of Massachusetts, Reproductive Equity Now, and Planned Parenthood Applaud $17.5 Million Investment in Reproductive Health Care Clinics, Providers in Economic Development Package
The Massachusetts Senate and House reached an agreement today on an economic development package that includes a $17.5 million investment to support reproductive health care providers, clinic security, and reproductive health workforce and educational needs. As part of this historic funding...
Issue Areas:
Reproductive Freedom
Jul 29, 2022
Jul 29, 2022
Dozen recommendations from Beyond Roe Agenda signed into law this week
As extremist politicians in other states move to ban or severely restrict abortion, Massachusetts lawmakers have stepped up to meet the moment and lead in the other direction, passing a historic law that makes care more affordable and available.
Issue Areas:
Reproductive Freedom
Jul 25, 2022
Jul 25, 2022
Beyond Roe Coalition applauds abortion protections in conference report, urges Baker to swiftly sign them into law
Our legislature has worked relentlessly to make Massachusetts a beacon for people who need and provide abortion care. When it lands on his desk, Governor Baker should promptly sign this bill into law.
Issue Areas:
Reproductive Freedom
Jul 13, 2022
Jul 13, 2022
Senate passes major components of Mass Beyond Roe Agenda
This moment of national crisis calls for leadership and urgent action; we are grateful that Massachusetts lawmakers are taking meaningful action to protect abortion access and gender-affirming care in the Commonwealth.
Issue Areas:
Reproductive Freedom
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