Dobbs decision

The Dobbs decision, officially titled Dobbs v. Jackson Women's Health Organization, was a landmark ruling by the U.S. Supreme Court in June 2022 that overturned Roe v. Wade (1973) and Planned Parenthood v. Casey (1992). This decision eliminated the constitutional right to abortion, returning the authority to regulate or ban abortion to individual states. The ruling has led to a patchwork of abortion laws across the country, with some states enacting near-total bans while others maintain or expand access. Recent developments indicate that despite state-level bans, the national abortion rate has remained largely steady due to increased travel to states where abortion is legal and a rise in telehealth services for medication abortion. However, the decision continues to be highly relevant, fueling ongoing political debate, legal challenges, and concerns for the safety of Supreme Court justices who have reported an increase in threats. The long-term impact on reproductive healthcare access and individual liberties remains a significant point of discussion and concern.