Gov. Pritzker reacts to Roe v. Wade Supreme Court opinion

Posted on May 3, 2022
Last year, Gov. Pritzker repealed the Parental Notification Act, ensuring pregnant teens can seek an abortion without getting parental consent. (Photo courtesy: WJBC/File)

By Blake Haas and IIS

SPRINGFIELD – Despite the Supreme Court opinion of Roe v. Wade, Gov. Pritzker reports abortions will remain legal in the state.

A few years ago, the Democratic leader signed a law in anticipation of such a move, establishing a fundamental right to reproductive healthcare, including abortions.

“Illinois is a beacon of hope in an increasingly dark world because we will fight like hell, not just for the women of Illinois. But for every person in our state and every person across this nation; who believes not in limiting civil rights and human rights, but expanding them.”

Last year, Gov. Pritzker repealed the Parental Notification Act, ensuring pregnant teens can seek an abortion without getting parental consent.

Blake Haas can be reached at [email protected].

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