State Southern Baptist leader says IVF embryos should be treated as persons under law The leader of the Southern Baptists Convention's seminary made it clear he sides with the Alabama Supreme Court. Jacob HolmesJune 11, 2024
Congress Senate blocks Right to Contraception Act due to partisan divide After failure to advance the Right to Contraception Act, Democrats will place reproductive rights in the forefront before the election. Mary Claire WootenJune 6, 2024
Featured Opinion Opinion | AG Marshall: A threat to women’s rights and the rule of law Marshall wants to charge people with "criminal conspiracy" just for providing a ride across state lines for abortion access. Bill BrittMay 20, 2024
Elections House District 10 election: Reproductive rights take center stage The outcome of the special election will undoubtedly resonate beyond the borders of District 10. Bill BrittMarch 26, 2024
Elections State’s IVF law sparks debate, highlights District 10 House election "This short-term solution does not fully restore the freedom and security Alabama families deserve," candidate Marilyn Lands said. StaffMarch 8, 2024
Legislature Ivey signs bill shielding IVF clinics from liability “What we’re trying to do right now is just play lawsuit whack-a-mole,” Rep. Chris England said. Jacob HolmesMarch 7, 2024
Opinion Opinion | Alabama courts, the Bible, and when human life becomes a person Probable misinterpretations of the Bible should not be used to interpret Alabama law. J.S. “Chris” ChristieMarch 7, 2024
Legislature IVF bills poised for passage in House, Senate The committee approvals set up the potential for floor passage as lawmakers rush to provide cover for IVF clinics. Jacob HolmesMarch 6, 2024
Legislature Bills to protect IVF facilities advance as advocates flood State House Republicans have been rushing since last Thursday to prepare legislation to address the issue. Jacob HolmesFebruary 29, 2024
Courts Midwives, doctors file suit challenging “de facto ban” on birthing centers The lawsuit claims that ADPH has created significant uncertainty around the legal status of birth centers that provide midwife-led care. Jacob HolmesAugust 9, 2023