Jerri Zhang
Coverage of Jerri Zhang in the Nexus archive.
- Missouri judge finds state laws restricting abortion violate voter-approved constitutional amendment
A Missouri judge ruled that state laws restricting abortion violate a 2024 voter-approved constitutional amendment, striking down provisions like a 72-hour waiting period and in-person requirements for abortion pill prescriptions. The decision allows Planned Parenthood affiliates to resume prescribing abortion pills for the first time since 2018, though the state may appeal and another ballot measure is pending.
- Medication abortion restored in Missouri following court ruling
A Missouri state judge ruled to restore medication abortion access, overturning the state's restrictive statutes. Judge Jerri Zhang sided with Planned Parenthood in its lawsuit challenging Missouri's 30 abortion-limiting laws.
- Missouri judge strikes down nearly all state abortion regulations
A Missouri judge struck down most state abortion regulations, allowing access to medication abortion for the first time since 2018. The ruling upheld requirements for in-person doctor consultations and physician-performed abortions, while the state plans to appeal the decision. Planned Parenthood announced it will resume offering medication abortion appointments next week.