As Other States Restrict Abortion Rights, Illinois Protects and Expands
The signing of Illinois' new abortion rights bill was an important moment for Sharon, who underwent an illegal abortion nearly 40 years ago.
The signing of Illinois' new abortion rights bill was an important moment for Sharon, who underwent an illegal abortion nearly 40 years ago.
Illinois Governor J.B. Pritzker has signed a controversial bill expanding access to reproductive healthcare, including abortions. The move comes as several other states have all but banned the procedure.
Should minors have to tell their parents or a judge when they want to terminate a pregnancy?
Illinois could become the most progressive state in the nation on abortion rights if a proposed bill is approved this year.
Anti-abortion groups are once again going before the Illinois Supreme Court.