A growing number of Democrat-led cities are seeking to protect abortion access and moving to cover costs for out-of-state abortions even in red states that restrict the procedure.
" that would cover logistical support including funding of child care and transportation for abortions outside Missouri.that would create a $100,000 "Reproductive Freedom Fund" to cover costs for travel, lodging and other logistics.
that would enable the city to reimburse employees for costs associated with travel for health services that are not available within 150 miles.in June, stating the reimbursement funds will not come from taxpayer dollars or the city’s general fund.to relieve financial barriers such as transportation, child care and lost wages for residents seeking abortions.
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