Tong joins multi-state petition to reduce restrictions on abortion pills

Tong joins multi-state petition to reduce restrictions on abortion pills

Connecticut Attorney General William Tong joined a multi-state petition to remove “burdensome restrictions” on Mifepristone, which is one of two drugs used in medicated abortions.   The Food and Drug Administration (FDA) approves the use of mifepristone for medicated abortions through the 10th week of pregnancy. The drug can be prescribed through virtual appointments.  Medicated abortions account for 63% of all abortions nationwide and 70% of ab…

CT Attorney General Tong Petitions the FDA to Remove Burdensome Restrictions on Mifepristone

Attorney General Tong has taken numerous actions in courts across the country to preserve access to medication abortion. Mifepristone remains safe and accessible in Connecticut.