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Senate approves bill restricting government support to abortion-assistance entities; opponents say it will limit local help for pregnant Texans
Summary
The Texas Senate approved Senate Bill 33, which the caption says prohibits certain transactions and logistical support between government entities and abortion assistance organizations. Senator Cook spoke against the measure, arguing it will constrain local efforts to help residents travel for care.
The Texas Senate on April 16 approved Senate Bill 33, a measure “relating to certain prohibited transactions and logistical support between a government entity and an abortion assistance entity,” after the chamber suspended its rules and moved the bill to third reading.
Why it matters: Sponsors say the bill prohibits government entities from providing certain logistical or transactional support to organizations that assist individuals seeking abortion services; opponents…
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