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States May Extend Postpartum Medicaid
The 15 states that limit postpartum Medicaid eligibility to 60 days are predominantly a swath of Republican-led states that stretch from the Mountain West to the South. But that could change when legislative sessions start in the new year.
Maryland, Missouri Legalize Marijuana
While similar ballot measures failed elsewhere, the results brought the total number of states that have legalized recreational marijuana to 21.
5 States With Marijuana on the Ballot
If each ballot measure passes, nearly half of states will have legalized the possession of recreational marijuana.
States Take Aim at Diet Pills
Lawmakers in California and New York are proposing bills that backers hope will encourage the restriction of diet pill sales to children in more states.
Could Canada Help U.S. Abortion-Seekers?
While Canadian clinics are able to serve American women seeking abortions, experts say the country isn’t a ‘silver bullet’ solution.
Abortion Could Play a Key Role in Elections
These are the states where overturning Roe v. Wade could have the biggest election impact.
Biden to Sign Order on Abortion Access
The order does not undo moves by dozens of states to restrict abortion. But it is expected to help women navigate state laws to access the procedure.
Biden, Dems Work to Protect Abortion Rights
The president met with nine Democratic governors to figure out ways to protect abortion access as Republican states pass measures banning or severely restricting the procedure.
Texas, Florida Mask Mandate Bans Face Hurdles
While final rulings have not been made, court decisions this week reinforce that mask mandate bans face an uphill legal battle.
