Caitlin Bernard, M.D. and Caroline Rouse, M.D. v. Indiana State Health Commissioner and Voices for Life

Thomas More Society is defending public transparency in a lawsuit brought by Indiana abortionists Caitlin Bernard and Caroline Rouse. The abortionists seek to block the release of Termination of Pregnancy Reports (TPRs), public records required by Indiana law since the 1970s to ensure compliance with regulations protecting women and children. Representing Voices for Life, an Indiana-based nonprofit, Thomas More Society is fighting to ensure the abortion industry is not above the law.

Drs. Bernard and Rouse filed suit in Marion County Superior Court on February 6, 2025 to block the Indiana Department of Health (IDOH) from releasing the TPRs. Thomas More Society argues that TPRs, which exclude patient-identifying information, are public records essential for accountability. A February 3, 2025 settlement secured by TMS on behalf of Voices for Life requires IDOH to release TPRs with minimal redactions, but the abortionists seek to overturn this agreement.

Bernard, an obstetrician-gynecologist with ties to Planned Parenthood, has a troubling history of prioritizing abortion advocacy over ethical medical practice. Notably, in 2022, she publicly disclosed details of a 10-year-old rape victim’s abortion case, raising serious concerns about patient confidentiality and professional ethics.

TPRs ensure compliance with Indiana’s laws protecting women and their preborn children. Blocking their release shields the abortion industry from scrutiny, undermining vital transparency. Thomas More Society is committed to defending Voices for Life's right to access these reports and continue raising awareness about potential violations of the law.