Federal Court Blocks Unconstitutional Abortion Restrictions in Kentucky
For Immediate Release: April 21, 2022
Frankfort, KY — Today, the United States District Court, Western District of Kentucky granted Planned Parenthood’s request for a temporary restraining order blocking H.B. 3, an anti-abortion omnibus law in Kentucky that effectively bans abortion, from remaining in effect. The ruling was issued one week after Planned Parenthood and the American Civil Liberties Union (ACLU) filed two separate lawsuits challenging the law after it was enacted, following the Kentucky Legislature’s vote to override the governor’s veto.
Statement from Rebecca Gibron, CEO of Planned Parenthood Great Northwest, Hawai’i, Alaska, Indiana, Kentucky:
"We're grateful for the temporary restraining order (TRO) restricting this egregious abortion ban from continuing to block a constitutionally protected right to basic care. This is a win, but it is only the first step. We’re prepared to fight for our patients’ right to basic health in court and to continue doing everything in our power in ensure abortion access is permanently secured in Kentucky.”
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Planned Parenthood is the nation’s leading provider and advocate of high-quality, affordable sexual and reproductive health care for all people, as well as the nation’s largest provider of sex education. With more than 600 health centers across the country, Planned Parenthood organizations serve all patients with care and compassion, with respect, and without judgment, striving to create equitable access to health care. Through health centers, programs in schools and communities, and online resources, Planned Parenthood is a trusted source of reliable education and information that allows people to make informed health decisions. We do all this because we care passionately about helping people lead healthier lives. Planned Parenthood Federation of America (PPFA) is a 501(c)(3) charitable organization that supports the independently incorporated Planned Parenthood affiliates operating health centers across the U.S.