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State abortion funding policies in 1990
1School of Public Administration, University of New Mexico, Albuquerque, 87131-1216.
Women & Health
|January 1, 1994
Summary
State abortion funding policies for low-income women in 1990 were shaped by advocacy groups and political forces. Policy type and service demand then determined the number of publicly funded abortions.
Area of Science:
- Public Health
- Health Policy
- Sociology
Background:
- American states possess significant autonomy in formulating abortion policies.
- Understanding the factors influencing abortion funding is crucial for public health and policy analysis.
Purpose of the Study:
- To examine the determinants of state policies regarding abortion funding for low-income women in 1990.
- To analyze the differences in the outcomes of these state policies.
Main Methods:
- Analysis of state-level policy data from 1990.
- Examination of the influence of advocacy groups and political forces on policy adoption.
- Assessment of factors affecting the number of publicly funded abortions.
Main Results:
- The strength of advocacy groups and internal state political dynamics significantly influence the type of abortion funding policy adopted.
- The number of publicly funded abortions is subsequently determined by the chosen policy and the demand for services.
Conclusions:
- Advocacy and political landscapes are key drivers of state abortion funding policies.
- Policy type and service demand are critical in determining access to publicly funded abortions.
- Findings offer insights into the future trajectory of abortion politics within American states.