The abortion rights protection bills package introduced by Philadelphia City Council received unanimous approval from the Committee of Public Health and Human Services. City Council members will vote on Dec. 1 for final passage.
City Councilmembers Helen Gym, Jamie Gauthier and Kendra Brooks introduced three bills on Thursday aimed at strengthening abortion rights for patients and providers in Philadelphia. The legislation seeks to shield people from 'vigilante' lawsuits, keep reproductive decisions private and protect from workplace discrimination.