A big week for reproductive freedom in Minnesota!
January 6, 2023
Our state’s first pro-reproductive freedom legislature got off to a great start this week!
Yesterday, the Protect Reproductive Options (PRO) Act had its first committee hearing. The PRO Act supports and defends people’s right to make and act on the full spectrum of decisions available to them regarding their pregnancies and their reproductive health care — without government interference.
UnRestrict Minnesota partners were at the hearing in support of the bill. “The PRO Act represents a vitally important step in the march toward genuine and lasting reproductive freedom in Minnesota,” said Christy Hall, Gender Justice Senior Staff Attorney.
Case Update: Doe v. Minnesota
Less than six months ago a district court permanently blocked numerous Minnesota abortion restrictions, including a 24-hour waiting period, a ban on qualified advance-practice clinicians providing abortion care, and a requirement that young people notify both of their parents before obtaining abortion care.
This is the fourth attempt by other non-parties to intervene in the case. “The court in Doe v. Minnesota was clear when it handed down its decision six months ago: the majority of Minnesota’s abortion restrictions are unconstitutional,” said Gender Justice Legal Director, Jess Braverman. “This ruling was a landmark victory for meaningful abortion rights and access in Minnesota, and no amount of procedural maneuvering will change that.”
Join UnRestrict Minnesota Action for a Community Event Jan 21!
UnRestrict Minnesota Action is gearing up for a busy legislative session and can’t wait to plug you in to the work. Bring your family and friends and join the team on January 21 from 12-3 pm for a community event. The afternoon event includes refreshments and a great program at 1729 N 2nd St #200 in Minneapolis.
Rise Above Roe Event January 23
Join Our Justice for Rise Above Roe: A Night of Reproductive Justice Storytelling on January 23rd at 6PM at Family Tree Clinic. Rise Above Roe will be an evening of storytelling to break down stigma, build community, and commemorate the 50th anniversary of Roe v. Wade.
Thank you for your support!
We are so grateful to all of UnRestrict Minnesota’s new monthly donors and everyone else who helped reach our year-end fundraising goals and unlock a $4,000 challenge gift!
Your gifts are sustaining the only multi-racial, cross-sector coalition in Minnesota fighting to protect every person’s right to make healthy decisions about if and when to become a parent. With your support, we are going pass bold, comprehensive reproductive health policy this legislative session that makes abortion care truly accessible here.
Thank you for being part of the UnRestrict Minnesota community!
In solidarity,
The UnRestrict Minnesota Team
P.S: Reproductive Freedom Lobby Day is on February 21st and registration is live! Don’t forget to register and share with your network!