Duckworth joins effort to repeal Comstock Act Ryan Voyles 5 months ago Sen. Tammy Duckworth, D-Ill., joined Democratic colleagues this week to introduce a plan repealing a 19th-century law that abortion opponents have identified as a way to restrict access to 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.