Schakowsky proposes repeal of funding ban on abortions abroad Jul 31, 2020 | Federal Government, Top Stories U.S. Rep. Jan Schakowsky, D-Evanston, is seeking to repeal a decades-old policy that bars U.S. foreign aid programs from providing funding for abortion services.To access this content, you must purchase 1 Year Health News Illinois Subscription or 1 Year Group Subscription - Up to 5 Users, or log in if you are a member.