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In Illinois, they run reproductive rights bills through the agriculture committee. In Missouri, they call male lawmakers experts because they are the sons of veterinarians.
Oh, hey! Look what made it through the agricultural committee this time!
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More clinics in Illinois are spending large amounts of money to fix “safety issues” after inspections.
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Despite finally getting permission to reopen, the clinic is going to remain shuttered.
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The Rockford Clinic of Illinois is a good example of how targeted regulations can work to shut down or immobilize an abortion provider.
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The law, which has been blocked for over 15 years, will now be heard by the state Supreme Court.
It has now been months since the Northern Illinois clinic had its license suspended.
A van offering ultrasounds that had its parking permit pulled by the city got their spot back thank to the mayor, who overrode the council.
State Democrats poison pill a mandatory ultrasound amendment while anti-choice activists make up statistics again.
Missouri Senate passes bill to remove health exception from post-viability abortion law; groups sign onto letter asking for a budget bill without policy riders; women may have to think twice (!) before an abortion in Illinois; a new vaginal progesterone gel can help pregnant women with a shortened cervix.
