Illinois
Another Example of How TRAP Laws Work
by Robin Marty, RH Reality Check
January 26, 2012 - 12:11pm (Print)
More clinics in Illinois are spending large amounts of money to fix "safety issues" after inspections.
Rockford Clinic Closing For Good
by Robin Marty, RH Reality Check
January 13, 2012 - 6:30pm (Print)
Despite finally getting permission to reopen, the clinic is going to remain shuttered.
How TRAP Laws Work In Practice
by Robin Marty, RH Reality Check
January 5, 2012 - 7:51am (Print)
The Rockford Clinic of Illinois is a good example of how targeted regulations can work to shut down or immobilize an abortion provider.
Illinois Parental Notification Law Heading Back To Court
by Robin Marty, RH Reality Check
December 1, 2011 - 4:12pm (Print)
The law, which has been blocked for over 15 years, will now be heard by the state Supreme Court.
Rockford Illinois Clinic Still Closed
by Robin Marty, RH Reality Check
November 15, 2011 - 1:18pm (Print)
It has now been months since the Northern Illinois clinic had its license suspended.
Illinois Mayor Overturns City Council to Get Permit for Ultrasound Mobile Unit
by Robin Marty, RH Reality Check
April 26, 2011 - 4:44pm (Print)
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.
Illinois Mandatory Ultrasound Bill Torpedoed By Democrats
by Robin Marty, RH Reality Check
April 13, 2011 - 11:08am (Print)
State Democrats poison pill a mandatory ultrasound amendment while anti-choice activists make up statistics again.
Roundup: Missouri Senate Wants to Remove Health Exception from Abortion Law
by Beth Saunders, RH Reality Check
April 8, 2011 - 10:02am (Print)
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.
Illinois -- Less Preventing Unwanted Pregnancies, More Mandatory Ultrasounds
by Robin Marty, RH Reality Check
April 6, 2011 - 3:54pm (Print)
There will be less opportunities to purchase Plan B in Illinois, and more requirements before you get an abortion if the right has its way.
Roundup: Bristol Makes a Quarter Million as Abstinence Spokesperson
by Beth Saunders, RH Reality Check
April 6, 2011 - 10:17am (Print)
The Candies Foundation pays Bristol $262k but grants only $35k for teen pregnancy prevention; the FBI releases 10-year old threats against Dr. Tiller; Delaware may enact parental consent; Illinois cannot force pharmacies to distribute emergency contraception.
