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Policy Analysis
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Policy Analysis
COVID-19 Abortion Bans Would Greatly Increase Driving Distances for Those Seeking Care
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State Laws and Policies
An Overview of Abortion Laws
Hear From An Expert
The impact of restrictions on abortion services falls hardest upon low-income women. Some women want to terminate their pregnancies but live in areas with laws that severely restrict access to abortion and have limited resources and support. They are left with no practical options other than to self-induce, which in turn puts them at risk of prosecution. This situation is common in many countries where abortion is highly restricted
Elizabeth Nash
Principal Policy Associate, State Issues