History of Abortion in the United States
The historical view on abortion spans millennia, from early civilizations’ differing stances to its fluctuating legality in the United States. Click here to learn more.
Abortion after Roe
In 2022, Dobbs v Jackson changes the rules Roe v Wade had established almost 50 years before. That’s changing how abortion happens in the U.S.
Abortion Ban Takes Effect in Indiana a Year After Being Passed
On August 21st, 2023, the Indiana Supreme Court ruled to uphold the abortion ban, also known as Senate Enrolled Act 1. This law bans abortions entirely, except for situations such as health risks, fetal anomalies up to 20 weeks (about 4 and a half months), rape, and incest. This ruling comes one year after the…
Illinois Invests to Help Abortion Seekers Amid Increasing Abortion Rates and Bans
Indiana’s Ban On August 1st, 2023, Indiana’s state government put in to affect a near-total abortion ban. This near-total abortion ban limits abortion to hospitals and bans abortion unless there are health risks, rape or incest (up to 10 weeks), and any fetal medical issues up to (20 weeks). Because of Indiana’s decision to enact…
Restriction on Public Abortion Data
In Illinois, the Pritzker Administration has decided to begin limiting public information regarding abortion. This decision to restrict information is due to concerns about privacy and safety for individuals seeking an abortion. According to the release from the Illinois Department of Public Health (IDPH), the state will no longer be reporting information regarding Illinois counties…
Out of State Abortions on the Rise in Illinois
Many pro-lifers rejoiced this summer as the Supreme Court released its ruling on Dobbs, overturning decades of lives lost under Roe v. Wade. However, now it is up to individual states to determine the legality of abortion. And some states, like Illinois, hope to set themselves up as an “abortion tourist destination.” Just a few short months…
Indiana Bans Abortion – How Does This Impact Caring Network?
Last month, the first abortion ban passed after the Dobbs ruling took effect in Indiana. This legislation was voted for in a special session in early August. The Indiana governor released a statement saying that he signed the law into effect in an effort to “to support legislation that made progress in protecting life.” With…
Pro-Life Organizations – What’s Next After the Overturning of Roe?
The Supreme Court recently released a decision in the Dobbs vs. Jackson Women’s Health Organization case, overturning almost 50 years of Roe vs. Wade, which wrongly claimed abortion as a fundamental right. Pro-life organizations are celebrating this victory. But what does this ruling mean for each state? How are Christian pro-life organizations needed now more…
