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State of Tennessee v. U.S. Department of Health and Human Services

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Summary

In 2021, the Biden administration created a rule that strips Title X funding from recipients who do not counsel and refer for an abortion. Tennessee does not require referrals for abortions that are illegal in the state and is challenging the Biden administration to restore funding.

Press Releases

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October 16th, 2024
ADF to 6th Circuit: Protect conscience rights of medical professionals
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April 15th, 2024
ADF to 6th Circuit: Protect life-affirming medical conscience rights

Case Documents

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Date

Appellate Court

Brief of amici curiae the American Association of Pro-Life Obstetricians & Gynecologists, et al. in support of appellant state of Tennessee

10/16/2024

Appellate Court

Amicus Brief - American Association of Pro-Life Obstetricians and Gynecologists et al.

4/12/2024

Case Profiles

Chris Schandevel

Chris Schandevel

Senior Counsel

Chris Schandevel serves as senior counsel on Alliance Defending Freedom’s Appellate Advocacy Team.