This is Issue 111 of the On Point Series. Executive Summary In 1976, pro-life Congressman Henry Hyde sponsored a rider to the annual Labor Health and Human Services (HHS) bill to prevent taxpayer funding allocated in the bill from covering elective abortion. Since 1976, 2,646,474 lives have been saved by the Hyde Amendment. As of […] The post Hyde Saves Lives: Analyzing the Impact of the Hyde Amendment with 2025 Addendum appeared first on Lozier Institute .
Contributor: ATTWN Staff For decades, federal taxpayer dollars have not been technically allowed to pay for abortions under the Hyde Amendment. Rep. Henry Hyde was an ardent supporter of life and ensured that this provision was included in all budget bills. But here’s the thing: taxpayer dollars could absolutely go to these same abortion clinics through Medicaid for reimbursements for ... Read More
This is Issue 110 of the On Point Series. Executive Summary Poised to lose state and federal funding, Planned Parenthood has argued it’s irreplaceable and that alternative providers cannot absorb its entire Medicaid client base, particularly contraceptive clients. These concerns are unwarranted. Thousands of alternative providers, including federally qualified health centers, rural health clinics, and […] The post Defunding Big Abortion: Can Alternatives Fill the Gap? appeared first on Lozier Institute .
Planned Parenthood has made headlines again — not for expanding services or even improving the lives of those it claims to serve in any measurable way. No, the giant abortion business is throwing a legal temper tantrum to maintain its taxpayer funding. In addition to Planned Parenthood’s ongoing lawsuit in Boston, now more than 20 […] The post Planned Parenthood always puts profits first appeared first on Lozier Institute .
Fr. Shenan Boquet unpacks the recent partial defunding of Planned Parenthood under the “Big Beautiful Bill,” cutting off $500 million in taxpayer funding—primarily through Medicaid. What does this mean for abortion access, authentic healthcare, and the future of pro-life policy in America? On this episode, we dive deep into: – The truth about Planned Parenthood’s… The post $500M Cut from Planned Parenthood: What Happens Next? appeared first on Human Life International .
U.S. District Judge Indira Talwani has blocked the Trump Administration from defunding Planned Parenthood through the reconciliation bill, officially the “One Big Beautiful Bill Act”. This bill, signed by the President on July 4th, halts federal funding of entities that provide abortion for one year. Her injunction applies to all Planned Parenthood Members across the […] The post Judicial Activism Undermines the Rule of Law appeared first on Americans United for Life .
Ten years after undercover footage exposed Planned Parenthood’s trafficking in aborted-baby organs, Life Legal is still on the front lines—defending whistleblowers, winning courtroom battles, and pushing to end taxpayer funding for the abortion giant. The post Life Legal has battled from Day One. Join us as the next decade of truth telling begins. appeared first on .
There’s been a lot of buzz lately about the “Big, Beautiful Bill”—a sweeping piece of legislation that’s sending ripples through the world of women’s healthcare. Under this bill is the Hyde Amendment, officially titled the “Protecting Life and Ending Taxpayer Funding of Abortion Act,” which represents one of the most significant pro-life victories in recent […] The post Standing in the Gap: Why the Big, Beautiful Bill Matters–and Why Our Work Is Far from Over appeared first on Save the Storks .
Note: We are gratified that the federal bill that President Trump signed into law on July 4, 2025 will ensure that no Title X federal medicaid taxpayer dollars will be allocated to Planned Parenthood clinics for one year, including those operating in NJ. NJ Governor Murphy and the NJ abortion-obsessed Democrats allocated $52.3M in the […]
Supreme Court Rules in Medina v. Planned Parenthood: A Major Win for Pro Lifers The Supreme Court’s decision in Medina v. Planned Parenthood South Atlantic allows states to cut Medicaid funding to Planned Parenthood, dealing a significant blow to the abortion industry. This ruling affirms states’ rights to stop taxpayer dollars from supporting abortion providers. Pro lifers are urging Congress to pass H.R. 1 to defund Planned Parenthood at the federal level, redirecting funds to community health centers that offer real, life-affirming care. Join the nationwide movement on June 28’s Defund Day
Louisiana Right to Life Celebrates U.S. Supreme Court Ruling in Medina Case Decision Opens Door for Louisiana to Finally End Public Funding to Abortion-Business Organizations Like Planned Parenthood Baton Rouge – Louisiana Right to Life today applauds the United States Supreme Court for its ruling in Medina v. Planned Parenthood South Atlantic, a landmark decision affirming... The post Louisiana Right to Life Celebrates U.S. Supreme Court Ruling in Medina Case appeared first on Louisiana Right to Life .
Message from Our President & CEO: The U.S. Senate is about to vote—likely before July 4—on a crucial bill that could finally strip nearly $800 million in taxpayer dollars from Planned Parenthood, America’s largest abortion and gender-transition chain. This is our best—and possibly last—chance to: Close 200 Planned Parenthood abortion and gender-transition centers Rescue 130,000+ […] The post Planned Parenthood is Terrified of This first appeared on Sidewalk Advocates for Life .
Contributor: ATTWN Staff In a breathless story put forth by NBC News, the headline attempts to be eye-catching and heart-wrenching but falls flat: Cue the hysteria. When the Trump administration suddenly froze federal funding to more than 100 Planned Parenthood clinics this spring, the organization’s Michigan branch was already deep into hard discussions about its finances. “The leadership team and ... Read More
The U.S. Supreme Court is deliberating Medina v. Planned Parenthood, a landmark case that could affirm states’ authority to defund abortion providers through Medicaid. Life Legal Defense Foundation submitted an amicus brief supporting South Carolina’s right to exclude Planned Parenthood from its Medicaid program—arguing that taxpayer dollars should never be used to support the abortion industry. A ruling is expected by the end of June 2025. The post Will the Supreme Court Let States Defund Planned Parenthood? appeared first on .
Pregnancy help personnel from Life Launch pregnancy centers gathered at the 2025 Heartbeat International Annual Pregnancy Help Conference to network, share successes, and celebrate program achievements. The Life Launch Grant program has supported 39 centers in 22 U.S.
“When a society moves towards the denial or suppression of life, it ends up no longer finding the necessary motivation and energy to strive for man’s true good. If personal and social sensitivity towards the acceptance of a new life is lost, then other forms of acceptance that are valuable for society also wither away.… The post Ending Taxpayer Subsidization of Planned Parenthood appeared first on Human Life International .
Contributor: ATTWN Staff Planned Parenthood’s latest numbers have been shared in their 2023-24 annual report, and they are horrendous. Two of the most significant items increased: the amount of taxpayer dollars they received and the number of abortions. Record abortions The number of abortions Planned Parenthood committed in 2023-24 was 402,230, an increase of 9,500 from the year prior and ... Read More
It's time to end taxpayer funding for the nation's largest abortion business, Planned Parenthood. Indiana Right to Life is adding its voice to over 150 other pro-life organizations in calling for the defunding of PP, noting that according to its 2022-2023 annual report, Planned Parenthood brought in over $2 billion in revenue. Of the over [...]
Paul Tuns reports on Patricia Maloney's examination of lobbying records and public funding involving the Abortion Rights Coalition of Canada. The article connects that lobbying to federal proposals affecting pregnancy centers' charitable status.
What do you call a billion-dollar corporation that annually swallows millions in government funding but fails to deliver comprehensive medical care to women? Planned Parenthood... The post It’s Time to Defund Planned Parenthood appeared first on First Things .
Over the last few weeks, Trump’s Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE) has publicized several examples of wasted taxpayer money, including funds devoted to foreign aid. In many cases, this... The post A Pro-Life and Pro-Family U.S. Foreign Aid Strategy appeared first on First Things .
First and foremost, surrogacy raises profound ethical concerns, particularly when funded by taxpayer dollars. The process often involves complex contractual agreements that can lead to the exploitation of economically vulnerable women, who may feel pressured into becoming surrogates due to financial hardship. The potential for coercion and inequality in such arrangements must not be overlooked, […] The post CBC Testimony on H.B. No. 7022: An Act Promoting Equity In Medicaid Coverage for Fertility Health Care appeared first on The Center for Bioethics & Culture Network .
Please Note: This article has been updated to reflect the change in the number of abortions and percentage provided by Alan Guttmacher Institute as of 2/27/25. These statistics fluctuate often, sometimes even changing several times in one day. In his last Budget Address, New Jersey Governor Murphy Vows to Make “Largest Investment” with […]
It was recently reported that Abortion Care Canada, a major pro-abortion group that has received more than $2.2 million in government funding over the last few years, may have to close their doors due to a lack of government funding. It seems that more pro-abortion groups have lately been applying for funding from the same […]
Don’t miss this compelling episode of The LifeCast as U.S. Congressman Jeff Crank joins Rich Bennett for an in-depth discussion on critical pro-life issues. They examine the dangers of mail-order abortion pills, the ethical concerns surrounding federal funding for Planned Parenthood, and the stark policy differences between the Biden and Trump administrations. Congressman Crank also explores the moral parallels between abortion and slavery and shares his vision for the political steps needed to protect the sanctity of life. Don't miss this insightful and thought-provoking conversation. YouTube
Bateman surveys pro-life organizations’ priorities for 2025, including funding restrictions, abortion-drug regulation, and challenges to limits on public advocacy. Drawing on interviews with movement leaders, she describes litigation and grassroots efforts intended to advance those goals.
Doerflinger evaluates executive actions available to advance pro-life policy without new federal legislation. He focuses on foreign assistance, conscience protections, family-planning funds, and agency interpretations of abortion-related statutes.
President Trump and pro-life legislators have promised to defund Planned Parenthood, and as taxpayers, it is our duty to hold them to this promise. Planned Parenthood is the country’s number one provider of abortions. But they also target children with sex ed in schools, push hormones to gender-confused teens, and have recently created a program […] The post The Trump Administration Must Prioritize Defunding Planned Parenthood appeared first on Celebrate Life Magazine .
Legislation will protect Ohio taxpayers from being forced to fund elective abortions FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE CONTACT: Afton Simonelli DATE: Tuesday, November… The post Ohio Right To Life Testifies in Support of Sub HB 475 appeared first on Ohio Right to Life .
