This legislator has consistently shown that they will protect abortion rights.
Thank them for their consistency. Your support will encourage them to continue to vote this way, and may give them the confidence to become a stronger advocate of pro-choice legislation.
Reproductive Freedom for All endorsed this candidate for the 2024 General Election.
Jul 29, 2024
This candidate is endorsed by Georgia WIN List for the 2024 General Election.
Jul 15, 2024
She holds a strong record of support for legislation which protects teachers, voting rights, affordable housing, and a woman’s right to choose.
Jul 5, 2023
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“Regarding the leaked draft opinion by the United States Supreme Court to overturn Roe v. Wade, this is one opinion that I do not support! I have always supported and will continue to support a woman’s right to make her own decisions about her reproductive choices.”
Jun 30, 2022
Georgia WIN List endorsed this candidate for the 2022 General Assembly Election.
Jan 3, 2022
Signed a brief addressed to the U.S. Supreme Court to uphold abortion rights. Stating: “The constitutional precepts which State Legislators must protect include the principle enunciated by this Court, as firmly encompassed by the right to privacy, that a woman has the right to decide to terminate a pre-viability pregnancy without undue governmental interference…. “As a fundamental right guaranteed by the constitution, and one that strikes at the heart of ordered liberty and individual autonomy, a woman’s right to decide whether to terminate a pre-viability pregnancy should be insulated from the rhetoric and interests of groups whose sole purpose is to undermine Roe and eliminate the fundamental rights enunciated in that case….”
Oct 5, 2021
“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
Sheila voted against a bill that bans all abortions after a fetal heartbeat (around 6 weeks). It includes exceptions for medical emergencies and rape or incest (but only up to 20 weeks and if a police report has been filed).
Mar 29, 2019
Sheila voted against a bill that redirects state funding to pro-life pregnancy support services.
Mar 11, 2016