This study examines the impact abortion restrictions and bans have on women’s mental health in the United States. Using state-level data, I ran several regressions to determine the effect of states’ abortion policies on the rate of frequent mental distress in women. Even while controlling for poverty and exploring the possible mechanism of pregnancies wanted later or unwanted ending in birth as accounting for this relationship, it became apparent abortion laws in a state account in part for the rate of frequent mental distress in women. I conclude by reflecting on the impact of bodily autonomy and state surveillance on women and urge states to protect abortion to preserve the health of women and children.