Administration of Joseph R. Biden, Jr., 2021

January 22, 2021

Today marks the 48th anniversary of the U.S. Supreme Court's landmark ruling in *Roe *v.

Wade.

In the past 4 years, reproductive health, including the right to choose, has been under relentless and extreme attack. We are deeply committed to making sure everyone has access to careâincluding reproductive health careâregardless of income, race, ZIP Code, health insurance status, or immigration status.

The Biden-Harris administration is committed to codifying *Roe *v. *Wade *and appointing judges that respect foundational precedents like *Roe*. We are also committed to ensuring that we work to eliminate maternal and infant health disparities, increase access to contraception, and support families economically so that all parents can raise their families with dignity. This commitment extends to our critical work on health outcomes around the world.

As the Biden-Harris administration begins in this critical moment, now is the time to rededicate ourselves to ensuring that all individuals have access to the health care they need.

NOTE: This statement was released by the Office of the Press Secretary as a statement by the President and the Vice President.

Categories: Statements by the President : Roe v. Wade, 48th anniversary of U.S. Supreme Court decision.

Subjects: Health and medical care : Abortion; Health and medical care : Contraception and family planning; Holidays and special observances : Roe v. Wade, 48th anniversary of U.S. Supreme Court decision; Judiciary : Federal court nominations and confirmations.

DCPD Number: DCPD202100080.

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