Texas anti-abortion activists are pushing for even stricter abortion laws, aiming to close loopholes that allow access to abortion through out-of-state providers. They are targeting medication abortion and those who help Texans travel for abortions.
Anti-abortion activists are pushing for even stricter abortion laws in Texas , despite already having one of the most restrictive bans in the country. While Texas law currently prohibits abortion at any stage of pregnancy, with limited exceptions, advocates argue that loopholes allow access to abortion through out-of-state providers. They aim to close these avenues by targeting medication abortion and those who facilitate access.
During the current legislative session, anti-abortion politicians and organizations are focusing on two main strategies. First, they are seeking to criminalize the mailing of abortion pills into Texas, arguing it violates existing state laws. Second, they are proposing bills that would restrict access to abortion medication online and make it more difficult for Texans to travel out-of-state for abortions. While they acknowledge that preventing women from traveling is unlikely to be implemented, they aim to target organizations and individuals who assist with such journeys.The debate over abortion access in Texas is intensifying, with anti-abortion groups pushing for further restrictions while those who support abortion rights continue to fight against these measures. The outcome of the legislative session will have significant implications for the availability of abortion in Texas and could set a precedent for other states considering similar legislation
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