Whole Woman's Health, Petitioners v. John Hellerstedt

Summary

Justice Thomas dissents, arguing that the majority’s decision to strike down Texas’s admitting‑privileges and ambulatory‑surgical‑center requirements misapplies res judicata, the undue‑burden test, and third‑party standing doctrine. He contends the Court created new exceptions to claim‑preclusion and abandoned established standards. The opinion also notes a concurring opinion by Justice Ginsburg that the law is a permissible health‑protective measure.