Providers

Montana Judge to Rule Soon on New Abortion Clinic Regulations Amid Legal Challenges from Providers

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HELENA, Mont. — A significant legal ruling may soon impact Montana’s abortion clinics following a bid by local providers to halt new regulatory measures. Judge Chris Abbott of the Lewis and Clark District Court indicated a decision is imminent concerning legislation introduced by the state’s last legislature, which is set to take effect on November 20. The challenged law mandates the state health department to establish stricter licensing criteria specifically targeting health care facilities that offer abortion services. Two providers, All Families Healthcare in Kalispell and Blue Mountain Clinic in Missoula, have expressed concerns that … Read more

Kansas Legislature Introduces New Anti-Abortion Bill Punishing Healthcare Providers

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Topeka, Kansas – New anti-abortion legislation has been introduced in the Kansas Legislature that could result in legal consequences for healthcare providers performing abortion services. House Bill 2515, introduced by Republican Representative Brett Fairchild to the Committee on Federal and State Affairs on January 17, aims to amend the “Born-Alive Infants Protection Act” that became law last year. This act provides legal protections for infants who survive an abortion. Governor Laura Kelly previously vetoed it, stating that it interferes with medical decisions between doctors and patients. The proposed amendment to the act includes the establishment … Read more

Texas Governor Abbott Reacts Strongly to New York City’s Legal Action Against Migrant Transportation Providers

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New York City has filed a lawsuit against bus companies that transport migrants and Governor Greg Abbott of Texas has responded to this legal action. The lawsuit alleges that these bus companies are violating the city’s human trafficking laws. Governor Abbott has defended the bus companies, stating that they are not engaging in illegal activities. The lawsuit, which was filed in federal court, accuses the bus companies of aiding and abetting human trafficking by transporting migrants who have crossed the border into the United States. According to the complaint, these bus companies “directly or indirectly … Read more