Abortion services have resumed in Missouri following a court ruling that temporarily lifted restrictions on providers. Planned Parenthood clinics in Kansas City and St. Louis have started offering appointments for abortions after a near-total ban was enacted in 2022. Despite public support for reproductive rights, GOP lawmakers are considering further restrictions, including proposals to outlaw abortion completely or only allow it in cases of medical emergencies. Republican state Sen. Adam Schnelting expressed a desire to present better options to voters that align with their values. The term “viability” is being discussed in relation to abortion restrictions, with doctors suggesting it occurs sometime after the 21st week of pregnancy. Additionally, a proposal to create a registry of pregnant women deemed “at risk” of seeking an abortion was met with bipartisan pushback in a Missouri House panel meeting. The bill author has promised to amend the legislation. The legal battle over abortion laws in Missouri is ongoing, with judges weighing whether to strike down existing bans and restrictions. Planned Parenthood is suing the state, with a Jackson County Circuit Judge indicating the organization may succeed in its lawsuit.
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