Meanwhile, nationwide abortions have slightly increased, while travel for abortions more than doubled, according to new research published Wednesday.
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Jared Golden and Republican challengers differ sharply on abortion issue
The Lewiston congressman favors abortion rights while Mike Soboleski and Austin Theriault call themselves ‘pro-life.’
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Proposal for constitutional right to abortion draws advocates, opponents to State House
Lawmakers heard nearly 6 hours of testimony on the proposal, which faces an uphill battle requiring two-thirds support in both the House and Senate in order to be sent to voters.
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In Texas case, federal appeals panel says emergency care abortions not required by 1986 law
NEW ORLEANS — The Biden administration cannot use a 1986 emergency care law to require hospitals in Texas hospitals to provide abortions for women whose lives are at risk due to pregnancy, a federal appeals court ruled Tuesday. It’s one of numerous cases involving abortion restrictions that have played out in state and federal courts […]
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U.S. women stocking up on abortion pills, especially when there is news about restrictions
Nationally, the average number of daily requests shot up nearly tenfold, from about 25 in the eight months before the May 2022 Roe v. Wade leak to 247 after.
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New Maine law will prohibit some insurers from charging deductibles and other costs for abortions
The law governing state-regulated health insurance plans takes effect Jan. 1.
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More women come to Maine seeking abortion care
The increase in Maine is small compared to other areas of the country closer to the states that have imposed bans or restrictions.
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Senate approves hundreds of military promotions after Republican senator ends blockade
Sen. Tommy Tuberville of Alabama had been under pressure to end his holds as senators complained about the toll it was taking on service members and their families, and on military readiness.
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Some Maine lawmakers missed 1 in 5 votes; others had perfect attendance
State legislators’ voting records varied widely last session.
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Even as new Maine law expands abortion access, providers worry about court rulings in other states
Maine could face significant restrictions on abortion access if a recent Texas appeals court decision is upheld by the U.S. Supreme Court.