- Priscilla Coleman, a professor of human development and family studies, firmly announced to the Senate Judiciary Committee that abortion is a major factor in a women’s mental health.
- Chad Hutchison, a Coghill aid, said that 623 abortions in Alaska were paid off by Medicaid, but shouldn't have been paid by Medicaid because it wasn't needed.
- Many professors say abortions should not be paid for by Medicaid unless it's risking a woman's health or life.