The state of Florida is being sued by a synagogue for banning most abortions after 15 weeks of pregnancy.
The Congregation L'Dor Va-Dor is located in Palm Beach County. Under Jewish law, abortion is required if necessary to protect the health, mental or physical well-being of the woman.
The 15-week abortion ban will take effect on July 1. The bill allows abortion if it is necessary to save the life of the pregnant person.
The act prohibits Jewish women from practicing their faith without government interference and this violates their privacy rights and religious freedom.
The second challenge to the Florida bill was filed on June 1.
The bill was enacted in a red state. A draft Supreme Court opinion that was leaked last month said the landmark ruling could soon be overturned.
Many Jewish communities reacted negatively to the news, fearing it would violate their religious freedom.
Rabbi Hera Person said in a statement that Jewish tradition regards abortion as essential health care and even requires it when the life of the pregnant woman is in danger.
The freedom of religion granted by the First Amendment, including a Jewish person's ability to make decisions in accordance with their religious beliefs, is impeded by the restriction of reproductive health care.
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