Action Needed on HHS Decision

On June 21 we received the shocking news that the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) declared, contrary to the plain meaning of current federal law, that the state of California can continue forcing all health plans under its jurisdiction to cover elective abortions.
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Urge Congress to Support the Russell Amendment

Contact your Senators and Representatives and urge them to protect religious institutions from discrimination by supporting the Russell amendment!
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Diocese Rallies for Religious Freedom

Praying the rosary on Montauk Highway in West Islip and then listening to speeches about issues of religious liberty, several hundred people from across Long Island gathered to be “witnesses to freedom” at the annual Rally for Religious Freedom, June 27.
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Whole Woman’s Health v. Hellerstedt (June 27, 2016)

Background: On June 27, the Supreme Court, in a 5-3 opinion penned by Justice Breyer, struck down a Texas law that had required abortion clinics to meet the safety standards of ambulatory surgical centers, and had required doctors performing abortions to have hospital admitting privil
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USCCB Committee Chairmen Say Federal Agency Fails to Protect Churches from California Elective Abortion Mandate

California continues to force health plans to cover elective abortions USCCB calls for immediate remedy Ruling fails to respect the right to life, religious freedom, and the rule of law.
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Catholic Health Services of Long Island Pregnancy Support Services

To provide assistance for an unexpected or crisis pregnancy, CHS has established a one-call outreach program via 1 (855) 301-4CHS with access to resources in the community.
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Forcing Abortion

LIFE ISSUES FORUM                                                                       May 26, 2016 By Tom Grenchik   Millions of Americans are deeply concerned about abortion. And tens of thousands of health care professionals do not want to be forced to participate in abortion
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New Natural and Personal Approach to Fertility and Health

For women who have had difficulty becoming pregnant, The National Gianna Center for Women's Health and Fertility, with offices in New York, New Jersey and around the country, is dedicated to providing a more natural alternative to assisted reproductive technologies
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Fortnight for Freedom 2016: Witnesses to Freedom

Each year dioceses around the country arrange special events to highlight the importance of defending religious freedom.
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