This legislator has been a consistent force in the fight to protect and expand abortion rights.
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Melody voted to pass a bill that repeals the near-total ban on abortion from 1864.
Apr 24, 2024
Voted in support of a temporary rule change that would have allowed the House to repeal the 1864 abortion ban that the Arizona Supreme Court recently allowed to stand.
Apr 17, 2024
Melody sponsored a bill that repeals the near-total ban on abortion from 1864.
Jan 29, 2024
Melody sponsored a bill that amends the type of abortion info that the State must collect and report, and repeals the requirement for medical facilities to report abortion data.
Jan 29, 2024
Melody 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.
May 15, 2023
Melody voted against a bill that requires providers to try to preserve the life of any infant born alive.
Mar 30, 2023
“Watching @AnaliseOrtiz_AZ fiercely lead the fight to protect our reproductive rights today continues to make me forever proud shes carried on the torch as the House Judiciary Ranking Member”
Mar 13, 2023
Melody sponsored a bill that repeals the near-total ban on abortion from 1864.
Feb 2, 2023
“First 9 bills are dropped! My focus has been on: Expanding access to healthcare Criminal justice reform Protecting our reproductive rights Anti-discrimination policies Labor rights Affordable housing More to come!”
Jan 13, 2023
Planned Parenthood Advocates of Arizona endorsed this candidate in the 2022 election.
Oct 31, 2022
“If you’re angry about the court decision on Friday, supporting Senator @ChristinePMarsh and @lauraforAZ in LD4 goes a long way. That’s where Senator Barto, the architect behind many of the horrible abortion ban bills in AZ, is running. Every donation, canvass, and vote matters.”
Sep 25, 2022
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“Im grateful for the platform I have to share my experiences, but it’s important to remember this wouldn’t be possible w/out Dr. Taylor of @DesertStarFP and other abortion providers. They continued to step up in final hours, and are strongly deserving of our gratitude and support.”
Sep 24, 2022
“Sending you and @ppazaction much strength today Here in Maricopa County, @JulieGunnigle is running to be another county attorney that fights to protect our reproductive healthcare. Donate, volunteer, and help get her elected! Our lives literally depend on it.”
Aug 19, 2022
Melody sponsored a bill that repeals the near-total ban on abortion from 1864 and repeals the ban on advertising abortion services.
Jun 23, 2022
Melody sponsored a bill that requires the State to compensate a pregnant woman and resulting child if they are denied abortion services.
Jun 23, 2022
“And on our hardest and most heart-wrenching days, when we fought to protect trans rights, reproductive rights, businesses, and against other harmful legislation, my team always lead with courage and grace.”
May 11, 2022
“As a woman who’s had an abortion, as a paramedic, and as a legislator, I know intimately how high the stakes are this year for reproductive rights. Thank you to @MissionForAZ for the chance to share why @SenMarkKelly’s race is so important to me and for Arizonans #RoeVsWade”
May 7, 2022
Melody voted against a bill that bans elective abortions after 15 weeks.
Mar 24, 2022
“HB2811, an anti-abortion bill that also tied the hands of physicians and made accessing miscarriage treatment in this form, has failed in third read!”
Feb 24, 2022
Melody voted against a bill that criminalizes making or distributing abortion medication.
Feb 24, 2022
Melody sponsored a bill that allows registered nurse practitioners and physician assistants to provide abortion services.
Feb 1, 2022
“Are your Representatives fighting to protect your reproductive rights? #WomensMarch”
Oct 2, 2021
“It is painful to have to be potentially carrying the child of a rapist,” Hernandez said while speaking on the House floor. Hernandez has quickly become a leading voice for reproductive rights in the House. The Texas law prohibits abortion once a fetal heartbeat is detected, which is around six weeks. “I discovered I was pregnant at seven weeks. So, one week after, this abortion ban would have affected me,” Hernandez said.
Sep 3, 2021
“This year we faced legislation that made ppl undergoing abortions eligible for the death penalty. THAT is their desired future. It’ll never be enough for them to just outlaw abortions after 6 wks. Unlike SCOTUS, we must protect our reproductive rights #roevswade #TexasAbortionBan”
Sep 1, 2021
Melody sponsored a bill that allows state Medicaid to cover costs of abortion care, directs pharmacies to fill abortion-care prescriptions, and limits scope of abortion care info in medical records.
May 24, 2021
“We are here to continue to dissent. We are here to continue to fight back. We are here to continue to push for a better Arizona where our reproductive rights are protected.” -Rep @AthenaSalman speaking against the passage of SB1457
May 3, 2021
Melody 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
“Sen. @EngelForArizona and I have been assigned to the conference committee on #SB1457. The fight for reproductive freedom continues.”
Apr 14, 2021
“Wouldn’t be the first time they break the rules to advance the twisted agenda of a VERY small group of people. We’ll be watching. We’re not done fighting for the vast majority of Arizonans who support reproductive health. #handsoffaz #SB1457”
Apr 8, 2021
Melody 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.
Mar 18, 2021
“This is my choice to decide what I do with my medical care. I’m not even going to say abortion. I’m saying medical care because that is what it is.” Some of my comments on the fight against #SB1457 in Judiciary today. (1/3)
Mar 17, 2021
“As someone who has had an abortion, it’s absolutely sickening knowing my colleagues want to sentence my doctor and I to death for choices they have NO BUSINESS dictating for me or anyone else. #HB2650 #AZleg”
Jan 21, 2021
“I’ve personally experienced the unique challenges that arise when seeking reproductive healthcare in Arizona, and I am committed to changing that status quo. Thank you, @NARAL, for standing up for people like myself, and thank you for this endorsement. #MyBodyMyChoice”
Jul 23, 2020
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“I know from personal experience how hard it is to exercise our constitutional right to reproductive healthcare in AZ. As a former Planned Parenthood patient, Im incredibly excited to fight for reproductive justice with @ppazaction at the Capitol. Thank you for this endorsement!”
Jul 2, 2020