California Joins Suit Seeking To Block HHS Conscience Rule
California was one of seven states that filed a lawsuit seeking to block an HHS rule that expands protections for health care workers who cite moral objections in refusing to participate in certain procedures, such as abortion. Two family planning groups also filed suits to block the rule, which is set to take effect Tuesday.
- "Lawsuits Filed Over Rule That Lets Health Workers Deny Care" (Stein, Washington Post, 1/16).