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Texas Nonprofits Vow to Champion Abortion Access Amid Controversial New Laws

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Austin, Texas — Despite a new Texas law enabling private citizens to sue anyone involved in the distribution of abortion pills, nonprofits aiding Texans in obtaining abortions are vowing to persist in their operations. These organizations are determined to continue their support even as the state tightens restrictions surrounding abortion access. Texas already has strict abortion laws, prohibiting the procedure in most instances. However, many Texans still obtain medications like mifepristone and misoprostol, prescribed by doctors from out-of-state through telemedicine and shipped directly to them. House Bill 7, which takes effect on December 4, allows … Read more

New Jersey Boosts Access to Justice: Rutgers Law’s Clinical Program Receives $100,000 Funding for Student-Led Legal Clinics

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CAMDEN, N.J. — Rutgers Law School in Camden is set to enhance its Clinical Program with a $100,000 grant from the state of New Jersey, designed to support student engagement in real-world legal cases under the guidance of experienced faculty. This funding is instrumental in providing legal assistance to underserved populations who might otherwise be without representation. The initiative was spearheaded by New Jersey Assemblyman William Spearman, who played a pivotal role in the legislative process to secure the financial support. Assembly Majority Leader Louis D. Greenwald formally presented the grant to Rutgers Law Camden’s … Read more