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Washington State Passes Law to Expand Access to Abortion Pill

3/23/2026

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Washington state stockpiled the abortion pill, spending nearly $1.3 million in 2023 after the Dobbs v. Jackson ruling.
With the drugs nearing expiration, the state passed a law to make the abortion pill cheaper and easier to distribute.
The Department of Corrections will dispense the pill for free or at low cost.
Critics say the policy could pressure women into unwanted abortions and increase health risks.
Dr. Zoe Taylor emphasized the need for affordable access.

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Story summary

Washington state stockpiled the abortion pill, spending nearly $1.3 million in 2023 after the Dobbs v. Jackson ruling.
With the drugs nearing expiration, the state passed a law to make the abortion pill cheaper and easier to distribute.
The Department of Corrections will dispense the pill for free or at low cost.
Critics say the policy could pressure women into unwanted abortions and increase health risks.
Dr. Zoe Taylor emphasized the need for affordable access.