Washington SB5826 mandates public institutions of higher education to provide medication abortion access to students.

Washington SB5826 requires public institutions of higher education to offer medication abortion services to students. The bill mandates that student health centers provide access to medication abortion through public programs or formal agreements with safety net abortion providers. It also requires institutions to maintain a comprehensive health services webpage detailing reproductive health services, including prenatal care and pregnancy termination options. The bill aims to minimize the negative impact of health concerns on students' studies and facilitate retention and graduation.

Washington SB5826 mandates public institutions of higher education to provide medication abortion access to students.

Washington SB5826 requires public institutions of higher education to offer medication abortion services to students. The bill mandates that student health centers provide access to medication abortion through public programs or formal agreements with safety net abortion providers. It also requires institutions to maintain a comprehensive health services webpage detailing reproductive health services, including prenatal care and pregnancy termination options. The bill aims to minimize the negative impact of health concerns on students' studies and facilitate retention and graduation.