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Committee hears personal testimony and legal concerns over bill restricting mailed abortion medication
Summary
Senate Bill 7, restricting medication‑abortion pills and creating private civil enforcement, drew emotional testimony from patients and advocates who said limitations would endanger Texans. The committee reported the bill favorably after the hearing.
The Senate Committee on State Affairs heard public testimony on Senate Bill 7, a measure aimed at restricting access to medication abortion and creating a private civil enforcement mechanism tied to distribution of abortion‑inducing drugs.
Why it matters: Proponents argue the bill protects unborn children and curbs shipments of medication abortion; opponents say it will punish Texans seeking reproductive care, create large private damages awards, chill medical provision and risk the safety of people in abusive situations.
What witnesses said: Planned Parenthood…
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