Resources

Resource Library

Welcome to the Reproductive Health Resource Library, a physician’s centralized hub for abortion care practice and policy.

Use this site to:

Understand state-by-state variations in laws governing abortion and other reproductive health care services
Access clinical resources and guidance from trusted medical organizations
Find practical tools to support your practice
Access educational and training resources and opportunities
Connect with professional legal services when needed

Disclaimer: The resources available on this site are for informational purposes only and do not necessarily reflect the views or positions of the American Medical Association.

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Legal Issues
Contraception
Toolkit: Reproductive Health
National
ACP
View this page from the American College of Physicians for an overview of state and federal activity on abortion, maternal health, and family planning, and access issue briefs and legislation trackers.
Legal Issues
Licensure
Standard of Proof: Board-by-Board Overview
National
FSMB
This resource explains varying standards of proof used by state medical boards during disciplinary proceedings.
Legal Issues
Licensure, Telehealth
Telemedicine Policies: Board-by-Board Overview
National
FSMB
Review this FSMB document for a compilation of telemedicine policies by state.
Legal Issues
Licensure
Criminal Background Checks (CBCs): Board-by-Board Overview
National
FSMB
Learn state-specific requirements for criminal background checks in medical licensure.
Legal Issues
Shield Laws
State Law Chart: Shield Laws
National
AMA
This resource provides an overview of state legislation that protects physicians who provide abortion care consistent with the laws of the protective state.
Legal Issues
Licensure
Limits on Use of Criminal Record in Licensing
National
FSMB
This paper reviews state policies limiting the use of criminal records in medical licensing decisions.
Legal Issues
Telehealth
State telehealth policy trends
National
AMA
This report summarizes state-level telehealth policy trends relevant to physicians, outlining regulatory changes, reimbursement updates, and the implications for delivering reproductive healthcare via telemedicine.
Legal Issues
Understanding ACOG's Policy on Abortion
National
ACOG
This news release summarizes key aspects of ACOG’s abortion policy, addressing common misconceptions and reaffirming clinical support for abortion care.
Legal Issues
Privacy
AMA Comment Letter to US Department of Health and Human Services
National
AMA
In this letter to HHS, the AMA addresses concerns regarding HIPAA privacy protections related to reproductive health, advocating for safeguards that protect patients and providers in the context of abortion care.
Legal Issues
Privacy
Health Privacy Principles for State Legislatures Regarding Use and Disclosure of Sensitive Personal Information by Non-medical Entities
National
Connected Health Initiative
This white paper outlines considerations for state policymakers when drafting legislation and regulations surrounding the collection, processing, transfer, and sale of consumer’s personal data, as well as the use of that data in enforcement actions.