Summary
A Washington state law, SB 6219, forces churches to cover elective abortions in their health insurance plans. As a result of the state’s mandate, Cedar Park Church’s insurance carrier inserted abortion coverage, including surgical abortion coverage, directly into the church’s health plan.
Press Releases
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18 states, advocates support WA church challenging state abortion mandate -
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Seattle-area church to 9th Circuit: Don't let WA force us to pay for abortions -
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Seattle-area church required to pay for abortions returns to 9th Circuit -
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9th Circuit rules in favor of Seattle-area church forced to pay for abortions -
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WA church to 9th Circuit: Don't let state force us to fund abortion -
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Washington forces church to choose: Fund abortions or break the law
Commentary
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Appellate Court
11/29/2023
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John Bursch
Senior Counsel, Vice President of Appellate Advocacy
John Bursch is senior counsel and vice president of appellate advocacy with Alliance Defending Freedom.