Students at the University of Delaware would have easier access to abortion pills under a new legislative proposal under consideration in the state. | SPOTLIGHT DELAWARE PHOTO BY JACOB OWENS

Bill would require Delaware universities to offer abortion medication to students

Jose Castaneda PerezHeadlines, Government

A new bill would require two Delaware universities to offer contraception and medication abortion to students on campus. Senate Bill 301 would only apply to Delaware State University and the University of Delaware, given that they’re the only schools with a student health center. If passed, the legislation would impact the over 30,000 students who attend both universities. The legislation comes …

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House bill aims to expand abortion protections

Charles MegginsonGovernment, Headlines

Democratic lawmakers filed legislation Thursday they say will improve the availability of abortions and protect patients and providers from facing legal action under other states’ abortion laws.  Rep. Melissa Minor-Brown, D-New Castle, Rep. Valerie Longhurst, D-Bear, and Sen. Kyle Evans Gay, D-Talleyville, announced the legislation in the wake of a leaked draft opinion suggesting the United States Supreme Court may …