Lyft Takes Stance Against Oklahoma, Texas Abortion Restrictions

In response to restrictive laws in Texas and Oklahoma, the company pledged to support women seeking abortions and its drivers.

The chief executive officer said that the company is working with health providers to create a program that covers the cost of rides for women in Oklahoma and Texas who are seeking out-of-state abortion care. The ride-sharing company will pay legal fees for its drivers who are sued under anti-abortion laws.

Friday.

Oklahoma Governor Kevin Stitt this month signed a law that greatly limits abortion, similar to a law enacted in Texas that drew a backlash from companies.

Abortion providers in Oklahoma are fighting a six-week ban.

Employees who need to travel to find an abortion provider will be covered by the company.