Washington law will make it easier for state to distribute its abortion pill stockpile

By: Jake Goldstein-Street

Outlets: Washington State Standard

Published: March 14, 2026

Words: 776

Last Updated: 4 months, 3 weeks ago

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Washington earlier this year had to return 30,000 expiring doses from its abortion pill stockpile to the manufacturer.

A state law signed Saturday seeks to ensure remaining pills the state has on hand are easier to access and use. Before Senate Bill 5917, the state needed to sell its mifepristone pills for at least the purchase price, plus an extra $5 fee per dose.

The new law eliminates the requirement for …

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