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Georgia's six-week abortion ban, HB 481, has been in effect for four years, resulting in at least two women dying and two abortion clinics closing in the state. Despite the ban, national abortion rates have risen, partly due to telehealth abortion medications, while efforts to expand abortion access in Georgia, such as the Reproductive Freedom Act, have stalled in the legislature.

The U.S. Supreme Court temporarily restored access to the abortion medication mifepristone by mail, blocking a lower court ruling that required in-person doctor visits to fill prescriptions. In Georgia, where 83% of abortions are provided via medication and a six-week abortion ban is enforced, advocates warn that restricting mifepristone access would delay care and increase pregnancy risks.

Amber Nicole Thurman and Candi Miller died from complications related to abortion pills under Georgia's six-week abortion ban, with delays in critical medical procedures contributing to their deaths. An HBO documentary, 'The Devil Is Busy,' highlights the impact of Georgia's House Bill 481 on abortion healthcare providers and families, including Thurman's mother's advocacy following her daughter's death.