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Senator Hawley Introduces Bill to Revoke FDA Approval of Mifepristone

March 11 – March 16, 2026

The Bottom Line

Senator Josh Hawley introduced the Safeguarding Women from Chemical Abortion Act (S.4066) to ban the abortion pill mifepristone nationwide by revoking its FDA approval. The bill would also allow women to sue drug manufacturers, targeting the most common method of abortion in the U.S. This proposal intensifies the federal battle over reproductive rights as Congress continues to clash over healthcare funding and Medicaid access.

Key Statements

SSen. Josh Hawley

Hawley Introduces Bill to Ban the Chemical Abortion Drug, Allow Women to Sue Manufacturers

This is the primary announcement of the legislation from the bill's author.

RRep. Ayanna Pressley

Mifepristone isn't dangerous. It is safe, effective, & FDA-approved. This bill is just another baseless attempt to restrict millions from accessing essential medication abortion.

This post provides the core argument from the opposition regarding the safety and approval of the drug.

2 Articles

Josh Hawley moves to ban abortion pills

ReasonCenter Right

Hawley introduces bill to revoke FDA approval of mifepristone for abortions

Washington ExaminerCenter Right

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