Summary
Maryland has passed a law that lets it use special funds from the Affordable Care Act (ACA) to help cover abortion care expenses. This funding will assist patients traveling to Maryland for abortions, especially after recent legal changes elsewhere. The law took effect on July 1, 2025.
Key Facts
- Maryland's new law allows ACA-related funds to be used for abortion care.
- The law targets financial help for patients traveling to Maryland for abortions.
- Maryland saw a 26% increase in abortions since 2020, partly due to patients from states with stricter laws.
- The funds come from fees paid by insurers in ACA marketplaces.
- Local and regional funds, like the Baltimore Abortion Fund, support travel and lodging for patients.
- The Baltimore Abortion Fund spends about $1 million annually on these services.
- Maryland's model could be adopted by other states with similar ACA funds.
