Legal Issues

The Arizona Attorney General’s office provides government resources and state policies related to reproductive rights and abortion access.

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.

In this letter addressed to the Rhode Island legislature, the AMA outlines the organization's support for legislation being considered by the legislature that would shield physicians from legal risks associated with reproductive healthcare services.

In this letter addressed to the governor of Arizona, the AMA lays out its opposition to legislation that would criminalize providing abortion services, emphasizing clinical and ethical concerns.

Review this Supreme Court amicus brief from ACOG, AMA, and other organizations related to Dobbs v. Jackson Women’s Health Organization.

Review this page for AMA documents and statements related to the legal case Alliance for Hippocratic Medicine v. FDA regarding medication abortion regulations.

Utilize this interactive map to understand current abortion laws and policies nationwide.

ACOG's policy statement outlines the organization’s stance on abortion access and care.

This guide presents an overview of Texas abortion laws, detailing legal restrictions, provider responsibilities, and patient rights within the state.

Leverage this dashboard to review comprehensive data and trends on abortion access, restrictions, and healthcare outcomes in the United States, including information on ballot measures and medication abortion.