As a Maine voter and public health student, I encourage my elected officials to vote against bills that would take away abortion coverage for people with MaineCare insurance.
Abortions are safe, essential procedures that enable people with uteruses to make the best decisions for their health. Taking away insurance coverage for abortions would worsen health inequities in Maine, especially for low-income individuals and people of color. All Mainers should be able to access healthcare, regardless of race, employment status, or income.
Eliminating insurance coverage for people who need an abortion while providing coverage for people who need pregnancy care does not leave much room for health-focused decision-making. It takes away Mainers’ abilities to make the best decisions for themselves and perpetuates a double-standard of care for people with expensive insurance and people without. I urge Maine legislators to oppose LD 748 and LD 915.
Hannah Durham
Portland
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