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Statement from NewDEAL CEO Debbie Cox Bultan and NewDEAL Leaders Texas State Reps Rafael Anchia and John Bucy On The US Supreme Court’s Decision to Uphold the Ban on Emergency Abortions in Texas

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For Immediate Release

Contact: Jared DeWese, 202-660-1340 x 702, jared@newdealleaders.org

Statement from NewDEAL CEO Debbie Cox Bultan and NewDEAL Leader Texas State Representatives Rafael Anchia and John Bucy On The US Supreme Court’s Decision to Uphold the Ban on
Emergency Abortions in Texas

"Yesterday’s decision by the US Supreme Court allowing Texas to continue its ban on emergency abortions is a travesty, endangering the lives of women in the state of Texas.

"It’s also a reminder that elections have consequences. Freedom is on the ballot this year at the top of the ticket and in state and local races in Texas and across the country.

"In the months and years since Roe v. Wade was overturned, we have heard countless stories from women around the country, and in particular from Texas, about the danger bans like this one have caused.

"During last month’s debate, Vice President Harris highlighted how one patient, who was denied emergency care, nearly bled to death in a parking lot as she waited for her situation to deteriorate further. This is unacceptable. Access to vital health care services should not depend upon which state a woman lives in.

"We are proud that NewDEALers have led the fight for reproductive freedom. Today, we call on the Texas legislature to overturn this draconian law and for Congress to pass federal legislation protecting a woman’s right to choose."