Jul 28, 2025 | Reproductive Health
In a new article published by the University of Iowa, Legal Voice staff reveal the process behind a quiet — and effective — strategy used by anti-abortion extremists. “Legal fetal personhood” is a dangerous concept that gives fetuses — and even fertilized eggs — all...
Jun 9, 2025 | Gender-Based Violence, Health Care, Reproductive Health
We’re excited to share some good news for reproductive rights! Planned Parenthood of Montana and Dr. Samuel Dickman have won their challenge to three anti-abortion laws passed in 2021: HB 136 would have banned most abortions after 20 weeks. HB 171 added onerous...
Feb 10, 2025 | 2SLGBTQIA+, Health Care, Racial Equity, Reproductive Health, Trans Rights
On February 10, Legal Voice filed an appeal that continues our challenge to Initiative 2081. The initiative is part of a nationwide attack on LGBTQ+ youth, sexual health education, youth access to health care, and diversity, equity, and inclusion — all under the guise...
Sep 10, 2024 | Health Care, Reproductive Health
In the United States, pregnant people regularly rely on advanced practice clinicians (APCs) for reproductive health care. These trusted professionals include physician assistants, registered nurses, and certified nurse midwives. They have advanced degrees and perform...
Aug 23, 2024 | Gender-Based Violence, Reproductive Health
In 2021, the Montana Legislature passed four anti-abortion bills: HB 136, HB 140, HB 171, and HB 229. Together, they imposed unnecessary health care restrictions, spread misinformation, and undermined the bodily autonomy of people seeking abortions. In response,...
Jun 27, 2024 | Reproductive Health
Today, the movement for reproductive freedom scored… a delay. For the time being, pregnant people can get emergency abortions in Idaho. In its decision, the Supreme Court declined to answer any of the substantive questions raised in Moyle v. United States. It’s...
