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1Department of Epidemiology, Biostatistics, and Occupational Health, McGill University, Montreal, Québec, Canada.
Objective:
To build a longitudinal state-level database on targeted regulation of abortion providers (TRAP) laws.
Data Sources:
Primary sources included state websites, Lexis Nexis Quicklaw, and WestlawNext. We used a range of secondary sources to pinpoint policy timing.
Study Design:
This was a state-level review of TRAP shifts from 1973 to present.
Data Collection:
We captured data on TRAP policy activity and timing, focusing specifically on ambulatory surgical center (ASC) laws, admitting privilege requirements, and transfer agreements.
Principal Findings:
Twenty-five states had ever enacted an ASC, admitting privilege, or transfer agreement law. Many currently face legal challenges.
Conclusions:
Targeted regulation of abortion providers laws are favored by many states as a way to regulate abortion provision. These data can be used to better understand the impact of these laws.
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