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South Dakota Investigates Mayday Health's Abortion Pill Ads

12/12/2025

Summary

Story summary

South Dakota officials are investigating a new Mayday Health ad campaign promoting abortion pills at gas stations.
Governor Larry Rhoden asked Attorney General Marty Jackley to review potential violations of state anti-abortion laws.
Mayday Health Executive Director Liv Raisner says the ads provide health information in accessible locations.
The campaign began at 30 gas stations and seeks to counter misinformation after the Supreme Court's 2022 decision overturning Roe v. Wade.

History

Historical Context

The U.S. Supreme Court's 2022 ruling in Dobbs v. Jackson Women's Health Organization overturned the 1973 Roe v. Wade decision, removing federal protections for abortion rights. This shift has led states like South Dakota to scrutinize abortion-related advertising, while initiatives like Mayday Health's campaign aim to counter misinformation and provide health information, reflecting ongoing debates over reproductive health policies across the nation.

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Story summary

South Dakota officials are investigating a new Mayday Health ad campaign promoting abortion pills at gas stations.
Governor Larry Rhoden asked Attorney General Marty Jackley to review potential violations of state anti-abortion laws.
Mayday Health Executive Director Liv Raisner says the ads provide health information in accessible locations.
The campaign began at 30 gas stations and seeks to counter misinformation after the Supreme Court's 2022 decision overturning Roe v. Wade.

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