Supreme Court

NWHN Statement on Supreme Court Justice Anthony Kennedy’s Resignation

By Cindy Pearson | Jun 28, 2018 | Comments Off on NWHN Statement on Supreme Court Justice Anthony Kennedy’s Resignation

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Contact: Evita Almassi, ealmassi@nwhn.org 
or (202) 682-2640

NWHN Statement on NIFLA v. Becerra

By Cindy Pearson | Jun 26, 2018 | Comments Off on NWHN Statement on NIFLA v. Becerra

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
Contact: Evita Almassi, ealmassi@nwhn.org or (202) 682-2640

The National Women’s Health Network Opposes Nomination of Judge Neil Gorsuch to the U.S. Supreme Court

By Shaniqua Seth | Feb 1, 2017 | Comments Off on The National Women’s Health Network Opposes Nomination of Judge Neil Gorsuch to the U.S. Supreme Court

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
Contact: Shaniqua Seth at sseth@nwhn.org or 202.682-2640, ext. 225

Will a Victory in the Supreme Court Lead to Better Abortion Care, or Worse Laws?

By Sarah Christopherson | Sep 9, 2016 | Comments Off on Will a Victory in the Supreme Court Lead to Better Abortion Care, or Worse Laws?

In 2013, the Texas state legislature enacted House Bill 2 (HB 2), one of the most draconian anti-abortion measures in the country. Among other provisions, it applied hospital-like building codes to any clinic providing abortion services, and required doctors who provide abortions to have admitting privileges at a hospital within 30 miles from where they perform the procedure.

Supreme Court Stands Strong Against Abortion Bullies!

By NWHN Staff | Jun 27, 2016 | Comments Off on Supreme Court Stands Strong Against Abortion Bullies!

That’s right – we did it! Thanks to the support of countless people across the country, today the Supreme Court protected women’s rights and dignity by striking down the Texas measures as unconstitutional.

At the Court: Women’s Rights At Stake

By NWHN Staff | May 6, 2016 | Comments Off on At the Court: Women’s Rights At Stake

The U.S. Supreme Court is considering two cases that could profoundly impact women’s rights and access to essential reproductive health care services. The Supreme Court heard oral arguments in both cases in March. This article gives you an update on those cases; we will also report on the final decisions (expected by July) and next steps.

Tell the United States Senate: Do Your Job!

By NWHN Staff | Mar 16, 2016 | Comments Off on Tell the United States Senate: Do Your Job!

Today President Obama announced that he was nominating Merrick Garland, chief judge from the Washington D.C. appeals court to fill the vacancy created on the Supreme Court by the death of Justice Antonin Scalia.

Déjà Vu All Over Again: #HandsOffMyBC!

By Sarah Christopherson | Mar 14, 2016 | Comments Off on Déjà Vu All Over Again: #HandsOffMyBC!

Once again, a provision of the Affordable Care Act (ACA) is being challenged before the Supreme Court, with oral arguments for Zubik v. Burwell scheduled for March 23. And once again the question at the heart of the case is whether women will have access to the contraception coverage assured them by the ACA even if their bosses have religious objections to birth control.

What’s Next for the Supreme Court and Women’s Health?

By NWHN Staff | Feb 18, 2016 | Comments Off on What’s Next for the Supreme Court and Women’s Health?

Even before the unexpected passing of Supreme Court Justice Antonin Scalia, we knew this was going to be a big year for women’s health and the Supreme Court. Will women have contraceptive coverage through their insurance if they work for a religiously affiliated nonprofit? Will women have to travel hundreds of miles to get an abortion?

Looking Forward: Challenging the Opposition to Ensure Reproductive Freedom

By NWHN Staff | Jan 13, 2016 | Comments Off on Looking Forward: Challenging the Opposition to Ensure Reproductive Freedom

Make no mistake — 2016 will be a monumental year for women and reproductive rights.