Dear Senators Barrasso & Lummis, and Representative Hageman: As Wyoming lawyers and retired judges who have sworn to uphold the Constitution, we are deeply concerned about the growing number of attacks on our judiciary and the Rule of Law. Following January 6, 2021, we urged you to speak out against election fraud…

This guide is designed to help inform language choice for those writing about reproductive health to use language that is medically appropriate, clinically accurate, and without bias. The language we use when discussing reproductive health has a profound impact on what people hear and learn. Much of the language that is colloquially…

Key Findings. Abortion bans are unpopular, even in states that have banned abortion. Nearly 60 percent of parents and those planning to have children in the next decade are concerned about access to abortion, OB-GYN services, and prenatal care. One in five adults…

As a pastor, I am often asked where faith fits into our most contentious political debates. And few issues ignite as much passion as abortion. Yet, for those who follow the teachings of Christ, the question should not be whether we align with a particular political ideology but whether we are living out the radical love, justice and…

Today is a Sad Day for Wyoming. Thousands of Wyomingites Lost Their Constitutional Right. Julie Burkhart says: "We will be filing a lawsuit seeking a restraining order to stop this unjust law from being enacted."

Abstract This analysis examines the economic and demographic consequences of restricted reproductive healthcare access in Wyoming. Drawing from recent research and economic data, this…

(Shoshoni, WY) – Shoshoni Public Works Director Michael Quiver expressed opposition this week to a legislative bill draft that would prohibit abortion drugs from entering any public water supply, community water system, or the waters of the state. House Bill 159…

A few weeks ago, the Wyoming Legislature convened for the 2025 session and, unsurprisingly, several extreme-right lawmakers have put forth bills that will significantly restrict access to abortion in our state if they pass. One, House Bill 64, “Chemical abortions-ultrasound requirement,” would require a medically unnecessary, and pricey…

The survey. PerryUndem conducted a national survey of voters to explore views toward current policies, future policies, and the role of government in abortion and reproductive health. We wanted to learn what voters expect as the new Trump administration and Congress take office and how they feel about a range of approaches to policy…

In an effort to restrict abortion access, Wyoming Republicans authored a bill that could choke access to a host of life-saving medical procedures, from chemotherapy to heart surgery. State judge Melissa Owens overturned Wyoming’s abortion bans in November 2024, citing the state’s constitutionally guaranteed right to healthcare. The…

Dear editor: In November 2024, Teton District Court Judge Melissa Owens ruled that abortion bans are unconstitutional in Wyoming, affirming that only a pregnant person has the right to decide whether to continue a pregnancy. The Wyoming Constitution guarantees that every competent adult has the right to make their own healthcare…

Vote No on HB 273 - Crisis Pregnancy Centers must be held accountable Grave Concerns About HB 273: The American College of Obstetricians and Gynecologists (ACOG) identifies crisis pregnancy centers (CPCs) as a public health threat. Lack of Legitimate Health Care: CPCs do not provide actual health care or accurate…

Once again, Wyoming anti-choice legislators are trying to pass a bill that would redefine abortion as not health care, even though the Court in Wyoming has spoken. Please find below the reasons that this rational is flawed and why abortion certainly is a part of health care.
1. Medical professionals in the state of Wyoming require medical…

The Freedom Caucus does not appear to want to outlaw abortions. Its members are using their bills to create election issues instead of proposing solutions. At the next election they will attack the people who read their bills and voted against them for quality issues, but who actually want to stop abortions. Before the…

Key Concerns and Opposition This bill is a simple example of government overreach. Off-label usage, when prescribed by a doctor, is safe. Many common medications are now synonymous with off-label usage: such as spironolactone, originally intended to lower blood pressure but is now a leading prescription used to treat female acne…

Rep. Bear brought HB159 "Protecting Water From Chemical Abortion Waste" - after hearing the testimony from the bill sponsor and from the public, this is what I had to say about it. This bill requires folks to put their miscarriage in a plastic bag and carry it back to a healthcare provider. One of the most shameful things I've ever seen a bill force…

Key Concerns and Opposition HB 159 is about stopping medication abortion, not about water quality. It's a bill generated by the national group, Students for Life. It's not a Wyoming bill developed to solve Wyoming problems. Prior to first being approved by FDA, an environmental assessment was completed on mifepristone. It found…

Key Concerns and Opposition Targeting Wyoming’s Only Abortion Provider:Wyoming only has one healthcare facility that provides abortions, Wellspring Health Access. HB0042 imposes unnecessary and discriminatory regulations that could force its closure, effectively eliminating abortion access statewide. The bill’s requirement for…

Introduction: House Bill 64 (HB0064) imposes unnecessary and harmful regulations on individuals seeking medication abortion care. It subjects physicians and pharmacists to felony criminal penalties for any violation of its medically unnecessary requirements. The bill mandates that pregnant individuals undergo an ultrasound—likely…

November 1, 2024 – A new University of Wyoming survey finds a wide range of opinions among Wyoming residents regarding abortion rights, reflecting the nuanced views held across the state. The survey indicates that 11 percent of Wyomingites believe abortion should never be permitted. Meanwhile, 31 percent support allowing abortion only in instances of rape, incest or when the mother’s life is at risk…