Post by Logan on Jun 3, 2016 5:02:36 GMT -6
Planned Parenthood sues Scott administration over funding ban
Florida Planned Parenthood sued Gov. Rick Scott’s administration Thursday over a new state law that bars organizations which perform abortions from drawing state or local taxpayer dollars.
The law, set to take effect July 1, threatens access to birth control, breast and cervical cancer screenings and other care for many low-income women, according to the lawsuit filed in federal court in Tallahassee.
Florida lawmakers approved the measure (HB 1411), which also toughens regulations on abortion clinics across the state. Opponents said Florida is among 24 states that have taken action to “defund” Planned Parenthood and limit access to care at its facilities.
“For our patients, it’s not about politics, it’s about their health and their lives,” said Lillian Tamayo, CEO, Planned Parenthood of South, East and North Florida.
Read more: postonpolitics.blog.palmbeachpost.com/2016/06/02/planned-parenthood-sues-scott-administration-over-funding-ban/
Florida Planned Parenthood sued Gov. Rick Scott’s administration Thursday over a new state law that bars organizations which perform abortions from drawing state or local taxpayer dollars.
The law, set to take effect July 1, threatens access to birth control, breast and cervical cancer screenings and other care for many low-income women, according to the lawsuit filed in federal court in Tallahassee.
Florida lawmakers approved the measure (HB 1411), which also toughens regulations on abortion clinics across the state. Opponents said Florida is among 24 states that have taken action to “defund” Planned Parenthood and limit access to care at its facilities.
“For our patients, it’s not about politics, it’s about their health and their lives,” said Lillian Tamayo, CEO, Planned Parenthood of South, East and North Florida.
Read more: postonpolitics.blog.palmbeachpost.com/2016/06/02/planned-parenthood-sues-scott-administration-over-funding-ban/