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Lift Louisiana Responds to New Restrictions on Abortion Nationally

Submitted by Anonymous (not verified) on December 8th, 2016

In the weeks since the election, several pieces of extreme abortions restrictions have popped up across the country.

Texas, following the lead of Indiana and Louisiana, issued controversial new rules requiring the burial or cremation of fetal tissue, and will be the first state to enforce such a rules. The rules have no apparent exceptions for those who spontaneously abort at home, requiring women who have just suffered a miscarriage to gather fetal remains, “regardless of the period of gestation” per the law, for incineration or disinfection and interment. While Governor Greg Abbott recommends these regulations to promote the sanctity of life, medical and burial professionals deride them as expensive and unnecessary. Opponents also assert the rules will disproportionately affect women of color and low-income who already have trouble shouldering the costs of medical procedures, will discourage women from seeking medical attention in the event of a miscarriage, and will drive women to unsafe abortions.

Determined

Submitted by merenberg on November 14th, 2016

In Louisiana, we understand very well the dramatic impact that the President, Congress and the Courts have on the rights of women. That is why so many of us are concerned and maybe even scared about our future. We may be devastated, but we must also be determined.

Determined to stand up for justice. Determined to stand up for equality and equity. Determined to protect and defend the reproductive rights of all women, of all ages, in this state.

Federal Court Rules Louisiana Can't Defund Planned Parenthood

Submitted by admin on September 15th, 2016

Women receiving Medicaid will continue to be able to obtain family planning and other health services from their trusted healthcare provider

New Orleans, LA (September 15, 2016) – Lift Louisiana applauds the Fifth Circuit Court of Appeals’ decision this week that ensures low-income and poor women can continue to get Medicaid-funded healthcare services at Planned Parenthood facilities in the state.

Advocates for Women and Families Host Community Meeting

Submitted by admin on September 12th, 2016

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE:   September 1, 2016

Advocates for Women and Families Host Community Meeting

WHAT:    Advocates for women, children and families will host Louisiana: The State of Women and Families, a forum that brings together community members and leaders to learn about and discuss the issues that matter to women and families in North Louisiana.

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