Abortion Policy, Law & Politics

Louisiana, two other states sue Massachusetts, and others over abortion shield laws    Western Mass News

Louisiana, other red states sue California, New York, Massachusetts over abortion shield laws    WWLTV.com

Louisiana Challenges New York, California Abortion Shield Laws    Bloomberg Law News

Louisiana Attorney General Liz Murrill and her counterparts in Arkansas and Alabama announced Wednesday they are suing three Democratic-led states over laws that grant immunity to doctors who prescribe abortion-inducing medication to people in states where it is illegal. The lawsuit, filed directly with the U.S. Supreme Court, alleges laws in California, Massachusetts and New […]

Three attorneys general from Louisiana, Alabama, and Arkansas filed a lawsuit with the U.S. Supreme Court challenging abortion shield laws in three Democratic-led states.

The attorneys general of Louisiana, Alabama, and Arkansas filed a lawsuit on September 30 challenging the abortion 'shield laws' of New York, California, and Massachusetts, asking the Supreme Court to hear the case. The lawsuit argues that these shield laws protect abortion providers who mail abortion-inducing drugs to states with abortion restrictions, and the case has drawn responses from both sides, including statements from New York Attorney General Letitia James and pro-life leader Marjorie Dannenfelser.

Louisiana AG returns to 5th Circuit seeking end to telehealth abortion meds    Louisiana Illuminator

Louisiana presses abortion-pill challenge before Fifth Circuit    thecentersquare.com

Louisiana battle over abortion by mail continues Wednesday    axios.com

Novielli reviews oral arguments in Louisiana's challenge to federal rules permitting mailed abortion pills. She describes the state's claims of legal and financial harm and criticism of the federal government's focus on standing.

The Court of Appeals heard oral arguments in Louisiana's lawsuit challenging abortion-pill regulations. Louisiana presented arguments based on state sovereignty and Medicaid costs, seeking specific relief in the case.

A Louisiana case could upend telehealth abortion. What exactly is it?    npr.org

Federal appeals court to consider Louisiana’s arguments for banning telehealth abortion    Stateline

Louisiana et al. v. Food and Drug Administration: A case working its way through federal courts poses a dangerous threat to abortion access nationwide.    National Women's Law Center

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Louisiana Right to Life's pro-life billboards have been viewed over 250 million times across the state, especially in the Lake Charles region. The billboard outreach began with 16 billboards in 2023 and has grown to include messages supporting unborn babies and women facing difficult pregnancies, connecting them to resources like FindHelpLA.com.

(Washington, D.C.): Last week, Americans United for Life (AUL) signed on to the amicus brief led by Advancing American Freedom in Louisiana v. FDA, which continues to be litigated following the Supreme Court’s decision to reverse the Fifth Circuit’s stay on mail-order abortion regulations last month. Our joint briefing argues that states, including Louisiana, have the authority to regulate […] The post Americans United for Life Joins Advancing American Freedom on Amicus Brief in Louisiana v. FDA appeared first on Americans United for Life .

Abortion is currently illegal in Louisiana, but the abortion industry continues to find ways to facilitate abortions despite these laws. The article compares the abortion debate to historical movements, suggesting that the outcome depends on continued efforts to protect children, support mothers, and build a culture valuing every human life.

By Alasdaire FleitasVolunteer Contributor, Save the Storks The Supreme Court cases, Danco Laboratories v Louisiana and GenBioPro v Louisiana, ruled that the manufacturers of the pill used for chemical abortions can continue to mail the drug mifepristone across state lines despite Louisiana’s abortion ban. This ruling comes on the heels of the infamous 2022 Supreme Court case Dobbs v Jackson Women’s Health […] The post Supreme Court Abortion Pill Ruling Expands Access to Mifepristone Nationwide appeared first on Save the Storks .

Louisiana Right to Life held Pro-Life Day at the Capitol on May 6, 2026, where citizens met with state legislators to support pro-life legislation and discuss measures aiding mothers and families. During the event, Senate Bill 427, which strengthens ethical safeguards for organ donation, passed the House Health & Welfare Committee and awaits final passage before the Governor's signature.

May 11th 2026: The stay reference below has been extended by the U.S. Supreme Court until Thursday May 14th at 5 p.m. EST. May 4th 2026: Following the 5th Circuit Court of Appeals decision on Friday, May 1st, the U.S. Supreme Court granted a seven-day “administrative stay” while the appeal proceeds so that all parties... The post UPDATE: Supreme Court Stays 5th Circuit Decision For Review appeared first on Louisiana Right to Life .

National Right to Life welcomes a Fifth Circuit decision temporarily blocking a federal policy that permits mailed abortion pills without an in-person visit. The organization argues that the Louisiana litigation could restore safeguards it considers important for women and unborn children.

In Gretna, Louisiana, a woman gave birth and left her baby in a port-a-potty, resulting in the child's death and the woman being charged with second degree murder. Louisiana is promoting awareness of its Safe Haven law through the Safe Haven Awareness Act, which requires flyers about the law to be posted in public school restrooms to prevent similar tragedies.

Three pro-life bills passed their respective House committees in Louisiana on April 1, 2026, including the Prenatal Human Development Education resolution, the Safe Haven Awareness Signs Act, and the Compassion in Miscarriage Terminology Act. The Prenatal Human Development Education resolution passed the House Education Committee, the Safe Haven Awareness Signs Act also passed the House Education Committee, and the Compassion in Miscarriage Terminology Act passed the House Health & Welfare Committee with an amendment making enforcement optional.

In January 2026, Louisiana’s Department of Health (LA DOH) published a suppressed abortion total for both 2023 and 2024 for confidentiality reasons, meaning that fewer than five abortions occurred in the state for both years. While Louisiana uploaded components of each year’s reports for different data points, such as abortions by weeks of gestation and […] The post Abortion Reporting: Louisiana (2024) appeared first on Lozier Institute .