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Jul 31, 2026

Massachusetts Legislature Passes Bill Expanding Late-Term Abortion Access, Sends to Governor

The Massachusetts legislature passed legislation on the final day of formal sessions that would expand abortion access later in pregnancy by giving physicians final authority to determine medical necessity. The bill now awaits Governor Maura Healey's signature.

Jul 31, 2026·8 sources

Jun 5, 2026

FDA Launches Safety Study of Abortion Pill Mifepristone

The Food and Drug Administration has initiated a safety study of mifepristone, the abortion pill approved decades ago, as opponents push for new restrictions. The FDA's website currently states the drug is safe to use as indicated.

Jun 5, 2026·1 source

May 2, 2026

Federal Appeals Court Blocks Mailing of Abortion Pill Mifepristone

A federal appeals court has ruled that mifepristone, which is involved in most abortions in the U.S., can now only be distributed in person at clinics, blocking mail delivery of the medication.

May 2, 2026·1 source

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▪A data privacy proposal, an energy bill affecting the Mass Save program, and a bill banning cellphones in K-12 schools remain incomplete in conference committees.
▪Massachusetts lawmakers sent Governor Maura Healey the PROTECT Act, which restricts where federal immigration officers can make civil arrests and allows people to sue agents in state court.
▪The Massachusetts House of Representatives passed bill H.5595 by a vote of 119-33, and subsequently enacted it in a 121-35 vote.

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