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Planned Parenthood Great Plains reports that abortion services make up a significant portion of its operations, with 14,283 abortions out of 38,698 total patients and a strong focus on political advocacy and expanding abortion access, particularly in Kansas, which serves as a regional hub for patients from neighboring pro-life states. Although Louisiana is not part of the Great Plains region, the report raises questions about whether Louisiana should allow abortion organizations or prioritize healthcare providers focused on patient care rather than abortion advocacy.

Planned Parenthood Great Plains will reopen its New Orleans clinic after closing one year ago. Louisiana Right to Life opposes Medicaid funding for Planned Parenthood, citing concerns about abortion referrals to other states and existing local healthcare providers meeting non-abortion needs.

The 2026 Chauvin Life Chain event is organized by Louisiana Right to Life. This event is connected to pro-life activities in Louisiana.

Leah, who was pregnant and struggling financially with rent, received emotional support and financial assistance through Louisiana Right to Life’s Emergency Assistance Grant Program after connecting with her local pregnancy center. The grant covered two months of her rent, providing her with stability to manage her housing situation and focus on her family during her unexpected pregnancy.

Students from across Louisiana gathered at the Old State Capitol in Baton Rouge for the 2026 Youth Leadership Summit to learn about pro-life leadership and the broader meaning of standing for human dignity at all life stages. Attendees participated in activities supporting mothers and babies in need and heard from leaders including Speaker of the House Nancy Landry, emphasizing service and compassion in the pro-life movement.

The U.S. Fifth Circuit Court of Appeals heard arguments in the Louisiana vs FDA case regarding the FDA's 2023 decision to remove the requirement for an in-person doctor visit before receiving an abortion pill, which Louisiana claims has led to unsafe mailing of abortion pills.

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Louisiana Right to Life released its 2026 Halftime Report, highlighting the strength of its pro-life advocacy efforts. The organization continues to engage in various outreach programs and legislative actions across Louisiana to promote pro-life policies and support.

Jackson Picone, a data science student at Mississippi State University, has joined Louisiana Right to Life as a summer intern where he is working on a data-related project and assisting with various office and outreach tasks. He expressed that the internship is strengthening his pro-life convictions, grounding his faith, and providing unexpected personal growth experiences before he returns to college in August.

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.

Louisiana Right to Life responded to Planned Parenthood's announcement to return to Louisiana and open a facility in New Orleans by expressing concern over the abortion provider's telehealth services potentially violating state law and their intent to make abortion a key aspect of their services. The organization affirmed its commitment to supporting life and working with public officials, health care providers, pregnancy resource centers, churches, and communities to protect unborn babies and support mothers and families in Louisiana.

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.

In the past two months, fourteen pregnant women in crisis have contacted Liv, Louisiana Right to Life's chatbot, seeking help with urgent challenges such as domestic violence, emergency housing, and health complications. Louisiana Right to Life provides support through pregnancy centers and its Emergency Assistance for Moms Grant, which helps with expenses like rent, utilities, and transportation, primarily serving the Greater New Orleans area but aiming to expand statewide.

Louisiana Right to Life launched the Love Them Both Garden during the Mother's Day season as an outreach project to provide practical support to pregnant women and parenting moms in need. The project served 78 moms and 86 babies by providing 41 large essential items through participation from eight churches, schools, businesses, and organizations, fostering community support and new conversations about pregnancy resource centers. }]} (Note: The second sentence was cut off due to length constraints; here is the complete second sentence: The project served 78 moms and 86 babies by providing 41 large essential items through participation from eight churches, schools, businesses, and organizations, fostering community support and new conversations about pregnancy resource centers.

On May 9, 2026, pro-life community members gathered at the Louisiana Right to Life office in New Orleans to distribute hundreds of diapers, wipes, formula, and other baby supplies to mothers in need. Despite severe thunderstorms, many mothers traveled by walking, bus, or car to receive support, highlighting the ongoing challenges faced by families and the importance of pregnancy resource centers in the community.

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.

The U.S. Supreme Court blocked a Fifth Circuit order that would have restricted the Biden-era mail-order abortion drug policy, allowing the policy to continue while litigation proceeds. Louisiana Right to Life expressed disappointment with the decision and emphasized the state's right to protect mothers and unborn babies from abortion drugs shipped into Louisiana in violation of state laws.

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 .

Federal Court Affirms Louisiana’s Case on Abortion Pills—But Stops Short of Needed Action From Louisiana Right to Life Staff On April 7, 2026, the U.S. District Court for the Western District of Louisiana (Lafayette Division) issued a significant ruling in the State of Louisiana’s challenge to the FDA’s deregulation of the abortion drug mifepristone. While... The post Federal Court Affirms Case on Abortion Pills—But Stops Short of Needed Action appeared first on Louisiana Right to Life .

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.

Louisiana Right to Life held its inaugural Baton Rouge Proudly Pro-Life Gala on St. Patrick's Day, featuring live Irish music and honoring the Louisiana Knights of Columbus with the Baton Rouge Proudly Pro-Life Award.

Sharon Fontenot of Eunice, a longtime pro-life advocate and former president of Louisiana Right to Life, passed away on March 10, 2026. She founded the Eunice Right to Life chapter, consulted for a local pregnancy center, and helped organize Life Marches across Louisiana, dedicating decades to defending the dignity of every human life.

Hi all, my name is Grace Ostermiller, and I am an intern with Louisiana Right to Life for the Spring! I have been involved with Louisiana Right to Life since my freshman year of high school, when I first attended a Pulse Leadership Institute (PLI) retreat in summer of 2021. Before attending this retreat, I... The post Introducing Our Spring 2026 Intern! appeared first on Louisiana Right to Life .