overturned Roe v. Wade, the 1973 decision that had provided a constitutional right to abortion. The ruling was expected to lead to abortion bans in roughly half the states, although the timing of those laws taking effect varies.Some Republican-led states banned or severely limited abortion immediately, while other restrictions will take effect later.
At least one state, Texas, was waiting until after the Supreme Court issues its formal judgment in the case, which is separate from the opinion issued in June and could take about a month.
Nevertheless, the Texas Supreme Court has ruled that a long-dormant 1925 abortion ban is now in effect.In anticipation of the decision, several states led by Democrats took steps to protect abortion access.
The decision also set up the potential for legal fights between the states over whether providers and those who help women obtain abortions can be sued or prosecuted.INTERACT: Tap on the map for a quick glance at each state's status, or scroll down for a more detailed look at your state.Trouble viewing?