The Oregon legislature’s Emergency Board has committed $7.5 million to Planned Parenthood. The funding is in response to the Trump administration’s reconciliation bill, HR-1, which blocks patients with Medicaid from using their coverage for care at the reproductive health centers.

At a press conference in Salem on Wednesday, Democratic lawmakers joined medical and advocacy leaders to applaud the state’s move.

Amy Handler, CEO of Planned Parenthood of Southwestern Oregon, said the loss of Medicaid reimbursements created an insurmountable funding gap.

“This emergency funding does not close that entire gap, but it is a critical support and critical step forward,” Handler said. “It helps ensure that every single one of our doors will stay open.”

According to Planned Parenthood, between 60%

See Full Page