Springfield | The Illinois General Assembly continues to find new ways to further enshrine abortion into law. Within the last month, Governor J.B. Pritzker signed one bill requiring insurance companies to provide full coverage for abortions and a second bill making abortions a protected human rights issue. The actions came just ahead of the Democratic […]
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Church’s proximity to protests is prayer concern, opportunity
The city of Chicago and its residents have spent months preparing for this week’s Democratic National Convention (DNC) and the influx of delegates, media, and protestors it would bring. Perhaps none more so than those in the neighborhood surrounding the United Center where the convention is being held. One of those neighbors is Pilgrim Rest […]
Voters polled on IVF?
The ballot for the Illinois General Election November 5 will be set August 26. It may include three non-binding referenda, including one on in vitro fertilization. The question would read: “Should all medically appropriate assisted reproductive treatments, including, but not limited to, in vitro fertilization, be covered by any health insurance plan in Illinois that […]
New state law could force churches, pregnancy centers to hire abortion advocates
Governor J.B. Pritzker signed House Bill 4867 (HB 4867), which amended the Illinois Human Rights Act to “prohibit discrimination based on reproductive health decisions,” according to a media release from his office. Advocates for life don’t view the legislation in the same way. “Forcing people or organizations to violate their religious beliefs is unconstitutional and […]
New state law requires full insurance coverage for abortions
The Illinois General Assembly found another way to further enshrine abortion into state law this spring through the passage of the Birth Equity Act, which was just signed into law by Governor J.B. Pritzker. It requires private and Medicaid insurance in the state to cover the cost of abortion procedures without requiring copays or deductibles. […]
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