Roe Reckonings: The Abortion Rights Chaos Keeps Coming

Welcome to Roe Reckonings, your weekly update on the tumultuous landscape of abortion rights in the US, we watch in alarm as the situation across the Atlantic deteriorates. Here’s the latest roundup of all things abortion rights.

Alabama’s Latest Nightmare: Homicide Charges for Abortion Patients?

Alabama isn’t satisfied with just banning abortion anymore—they’re now gunning to charge abortion patients with homicide. Yep, you read that right. Under a new bill, anyone seeking an abortion could soon face murder charges. If this passes, Alabama might win the “Most Cruel State” award. And it’s not just about the abortion pill either—this is about criminalising choice at every level. Check out the full scoop.

Doctors Fleeing the US for Abortion Training

Because why get trained in abortion care in a country that bans it, right? Doctors in the US are heading to Mexico for abortion training—yep, we’re sending our doctors to another country just to learn how to provide basic healthcare. This is what happens when a healthcare system abandons its responsibilities. Read the full story.

Supreme Court’s Latest Horror Show: Planned Parenthood Under Attack Again

The Supreme Court is once again at it, considering slashing Medicaid funding for Planned Parenthood. Not that they’re satisfied with crushing Roe—they now want to strangle any chance at affordable reproductive healthcare. A win for them is a loss for everyone who relies on Planned Parenthood for everything from birth control to cancer screenings. Catch the details here.

2025 State Madness

• North Carolina: A total abortion ban was introduced, but thanks to pushback, it stalled—for now. The state still enforces a 12-week ban. So, not exactly a win.
• Arkansas: A bill that would’ve allowed exceptions for rape and incest was blocked. The state’s policy? If you’re a minor, you’re forced to carry a pregnancy to term. Charming.
• Illinois: Some good news—Illinois is pushing ahead to protect abortion providers and make sure medication abortion stays available.
• Colorado: The state is about to make abortion rights part of its constitution. This is how it’s done, folks.

Georgia: The Miscarriage That Sparked a Legal Firestorm

In March 2025, a 24-year-old woman in Georgia was arrested after experiencing a miscarriage at 19 weeks and reportedly disposing of the fetal remains in a dumpster. The charges were later dropped due to insufficient legal grounds, as the fetus was deemed non-viable under Georgia law. This case has sparked intense discussions about the criminalisation of pregnancy outcomes and the expansion of “fetal personhood” laws in the post-Roe v. Wade legal landscape. Read more about the case here.

‘Baby Olivia’ Bills Are Back – and Bolder Than Ever

The push to mandate the anti-abortion “Meet Baby Olivia” video in US. public schools is gaining steam again in 2025. Here’s where the latest bills stand:

• South Carolina: In January 2025, lawmakers introduced House Bill 3256, which would require schools to include a fetal development lesson featuring high-def ultrasound footage and a computer-animated video (yes, that Baby Olivia one). The bill gives the Attorney General power to enforce compliance.
• Arkansas: The state introduced House Bill 1180, also known as the “Baby Olivia Act,” mandating similar content in health classes starting 2025–2026. But in a rare bipartisan move, the Senate Education Committee shot it down. For now, the bill is dead—but don’t count on it staying that way.
• Florida: In February, House Bill 1255 was filed, proposing schools use a computer-generated fetal development video to teach “embryologic development.” It’s currently under review.
• Oklahoma: In March, lawmakers passed House Bill 1603 through the House. It’s now awaiting Senate action and could be the first 2025 Baby Olivia bill to become law.

Critics—including medical professionals—warn that the video is medically inaccurate and emotionally manipulative. It’s not education—it’s indoctrination.

Legislation Watch

• North Dakota: A bill forces doctors to watch an ‘educational’ video on abortion laws—designed by anti-abortion activists. Totally normal, right? Full details here.
• Texas: Trying to outdo North Dakota, Texas is looking to force doctors to take a state-mandated “abortion law course”. Because why should doctors decide what’s best for their patients when politicians can do it for them?

Care Crisis: The Exodus of US Medical Students

Because the US can’t provide proper abortion training, medical students are heading to Mexico to learn how to perform abortions. This is what happens when basic healthcare becomes a battleground for political warfare. Full breakdown here.

In Conclusion

The US abortion landscape is more chaotic than ever. States are doubling down on cruelty, the courts are running roughshod over reproductive rights, and doctors are fleeing the country just to do their jobs. The fight for abortion rights is far from over, but it’s clear: we’re in for the long haul. Stay loud, stay active, and don’t let them win.