Businesses thrive by attracting top talent, but in states with abortion restrictions, the pool may shrink.

By Nancy Northup
April 7, 2025

When states ban abortion, they aren’t just harming women and families — they’re harming their economy. Recent studies, including one analyzing United States Postal Service change of address data, show that bans are driving thousands of highly skilled workers — especially women and young professionals planning to have children — to relocate. Workers won’t sacrifice their health or their futures for a paycheck, and businesses are feeling the impact. As talent moves to less-restrictive states, companies may struggle to compete, and the ripple effects could hit tax bases, housing markets, and broader economies.

Businesses thrive by attracting top talent, but in states with abortion restrictions, the pool may shrink, innovation may be limited, and recruiting top-tier employees is increasingly difficult. To remain competitive, companies must show employees they have their back. Here’s why:

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