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Juan Mendez

State Senator,
Arizona Senate District 8

Democrat

The proof:

Juan sponsored a bill that requires a physician or counselor to discuss pregnancy care and alternatives to abortion with patients that are minors. Introduced as a package with a bill that would allow minors to access abortion.

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Thank Juan for his fight!

This legislator has been a consistent force in the fight to protect and expand abortion rights.

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Send them an email thanking them for their efforts, and remind them how important abortion rights are to you. It's rare that legislators get thanked for their efforts - show them you're paying attention and appreciate the work!

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And while you're at it…

Vote yes on Proposition 139!

Arizonans deserve the freedom to make our own healthcare decisions. The Arizona Abortion Access Act is a proposed Constitutional amendment that would establish a fundamental right to abortion. It’s based on the very-Arizona idea that people have a right to individual autonomy, including in our healthcare decisions, without unnecessary government interference.
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The latest from Juan

Voted Yes on HB 2677

Juan voted to pass a bill that repeals the near-total ban on abortion from 1864.

May 1, 2024

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Voted to support the introduction of SB 1734, a bill that would repeal the near-total abortion ban from 1864.

Apr 17, 2024

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Voted No on SB 1006

Juan voted against a bill that requires public disclosure of companies that donate or invest in organizations that promote, facilitate, or advocate for abortions for minors.

Feb 22, 2024

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Sponsored SB 1531

Juan sponsored a bill that allows non-physicians to provide abortion services and removes the requirement for a physician with admitting privileges to be present for abortions.

Feb 5, 2024

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“We're also ready to repeal Arizona’s invasive abortion reporting law. Current law requires the government to collect and publish each year individual Arizonans’ deeply personal decision to have an abortion - it's time to change that. #azleg”

Jan 22, 2024

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“Reproductive healthcare is under attack right now! Arizona Democrats are ready and working to address these policies in 2024 to Protect Personal Freedom and the Right to Safe Abortion Care in Arizona It's time to repeal Arizona's draconian Civil War-era total ban on abortion.”

Jan 22, 2024

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“Pregnant Arizonans deserve to have safety when looking for reproductive healthcare. I promise to protect everyone by opposing the criminalization of abortions, repealing our draconian total ban on abortion, and repealing the state’s abortion reporting law.”

Jan 22, 2024

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“A supermajority of Americans and Arizonans supports reproductive freedom. We must be working towards providing pregnant Arizonans with safety and financial security.”

Jan 22, 2024

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Sponsored HB 2335

Juan sponsored a bill that repeals the criminal law for advertising abortion services or prevention of conception.

Jan 17, 2024

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Voted No on SB 1146

Juan voted against a bill that requires public disclosure of companies that donate or invest in organizations that promote, facilitate, or advocate for abortions for minors.

Mar 1, 2023

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Voted No on SB 1600

Juan voted against a bill that requires providers to try to preserve the life of any infant born alive.

Feb 22, 2023

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Sponsored SB 1492

Juan sponsored a bill that requires a physician or counselor to discuss pregnancy care and alternatives to abortion with patients that are minors. Introduced as a package with a bill that would allow minors to access abortion.

Feb 2, 2023

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Sponsored SB 1493

Juan sponsored a bill that allows minors to receive an abortion if they provide written consent after consulting with a physician about the pregnancy and abortion method(s).

Feb 2, 2023

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Sponsored SB 1567

Juan sponsored a bill that repeals the near-total ban on abortion from 1864.

Feb 2, 2023

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Planned Parenthood Advocates of Arizona endorsed this candidate in the 2022 election.

Oct 31, 2022

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Sponsored HB 2097

Juan sponsored a bill that repeals the near-total ban on abortion from 1864 and repeals the ban on advertising abortion services.

Jun 23, 2022

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Voted No on SB 1457

Juan voted against a comprehensive bill that bans abortions based on genetic abnormality, bans mail delivery of abortion medication, bans state spending towards organizations that provide abortion care, and requires cremation or burial of fetal remains.

Apr 22, 2021

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Voted No on SB 1362

Juan voted against a bill that allows healthcare professionals to refuse to provide abortion services.

Mar 8, 2021

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Voted No on SCR 1009

Juan voted against a bill that requires providers to try to preserve the life of any infant born alive, and asks for all states to report abortion data to the CDC.

Feb 24, 2021

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“While Arizonans are begging for COVID relief, Republicans are proposing to MURDER people for having an abortion. Instead of increasing unemployment insurance, something that would actually help families and children in need. Tell your legislator to vote no on #HB2650 #RoeAnniversary”

Jan 26, 2021

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“We’re calling on our fellow legislators, governors, and the courts to stop these abortion bans and instead take action to ensure all people can access reproductive health care with dignity and respect, no matter where they live or the size of their bank account.”

May 23, 2019

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