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The Daily Northwestern

Northwestern University and Evanston's Only Daily News Source Since 1881

The Daily Northwestern

Northwestern University and Evanston's Only Daily News Source Since 1881

The Daily Northwestern


Protesters rally earlier this year for the Women’s March on Chicago. On Tuesday, the Illinois House passed a bill to protect abortions and allow tax money to go toward the procedure.

Illinois House passes measure to protect, expand abortion access

April 25, 2017

The Illinois House passed legislation Tuesday that would protect access to abortions and allow tax money to go toward the procedure. The bill — introduced by state Rep. Sara Feigenholtz (D-Chicago)...

Illinois Gov. Bruce Rauner speaks in Springfield on Aug. 17. Rauner on Friday pledged to oppose legislation that would allow the state to cover abortions for its employees.

Rauner threatens to veto bill allowing state funding for abortions

April 16, 2017

Gov. Bruce Rauner on Friday pledged to oppose legislation that would allow Illinois to cover abortions for state employees and Medicaid recipients. The bill, introduced by Rep. Sara Feigenholtz (D-Chicago)...

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