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Kevin Hertel

State Senator,
Michigan Senate District 12

Democrat

The proof:

Kevin sponsored a bill that repeals a number of requirements for facilities providing abortions.

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What to do now:

Thank Kevin for his support:

This legislator has consistently shown that they will protect abortion rights.

What to say:

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.

  • Introduce yourself, including your relation to the district.
  • Explain to them why abortion rights and access are important to you. (Personal stories work well here)
  • Thank them for their efforts, and encourage them to continue the fight.

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The latest from Kevin

“Two years ago, the Supreme Court overturned Roe v Wade, putting access to critical reproductive care at risk. Ever since, we here in Michigan have been fighting to ensure every person has the right to make their own health care decisions without politicians getting in the way.”

Jun 24, 2024

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“Thankful for today's SCOTUS decision, but the fight to defend reproductive rights is far from over. Republicans in Washington are still working to claw back access to abortion, contraception, and IVF. Here in Michigan, we'll continue to champion the right to choose.”

Jun 13, 2024

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“Make no mistake: There is a full-on assault of American's reproductive rights. This is what happens when the states decide. Here in Michigan, however, we're doing everything we can to fight these attacks and ensure these decisions are made between a woman and their doctor.”

Apr 9, 2024

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“Politicians should not get to determine if, when or how Michiganders choose to have a child. While reproductive rights face threats across the country, we here in Michigan are dismantling barriers to ensure those who want to start a family can.”

Mar 23, 2024

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“Here in Michigan, we believe in reproductive freedom. A year ago today, our new Senate Majority kept our promise to Michiganders + voted to repeal our states dangerous 1931 abortion ban. As others work to take us back decades, we'll keep fighting to protect the right to choose.”

Mar 8, 2024

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“The decision to have an abortion is a personal choice that should be made between a woman and her doctor — not dictated by a politician. Since Roe was overturned, @MISenDems have fought to affirm the right to reproductive freedom, ensuring our laws reflect our state's values.”

Jan 22, 2024

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Voted Yes on HB 4951

Kevin voted to pass a bill that removes references to abortion-related offenses from criminal sentencing laws, after the Michigan Constitution was amended to protect the right to abortion.

Nov 7, 2023

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Voted Yes on SB 0476

Kevin voted to pass a bill that updates the legal definition of abortion to recognize it as a medical treatment.

Nov 7, 2023

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Voted Yes on SB 0474

Kevin voted to pass a bill that repeals a number of requirements for facilities providing abortions.

Nov 7, 2023

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Voted Yes on HB 4949

Kevin voted to pass a bill that further protects Michigan’s new constitutional right to abortion. It also allows healthcare providers to consider broader factors when deciding if an abortion is necessary after fetal viability, and repeals a ban on private insurance coverage of abortion.

Nov 7, 2023

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Voted Yes on SB 0593

Kevin voted to pass a bill that further protects Michigan’s new constitutional right to abortion. It also allows healthcare providers to consider broader factors when deciding if an abortion is necessary after fetal viability, and repeals a ban on private insurance coverage of abortion.

Oct 26, 2023

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Voted Yes on SB 0475

Kevin voted to pass a bill that removes references to abortion-related offenses from criminal sentencing laws, after the Michigan Constitution was amended to protect the right to abortion.

Oct 19, 2023

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Sponsored SB 0475

Kevin sponsored a bill that removes references to abortion-related offenses from criminal sentencing laws, after the Michigan Constitution was amended to protect the right to abortion.

Sep 7, 2023

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Sponsored SB 0474

Kevin sponsored a bill that repeals a number of requirements for facilities providing abortions.

Sep 7, 2023

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Sponsored SB 0476

Kevin sponsored a bill that updates the legal definition of abortion to recognize it as a medical treatment.

Sep 7, 2023

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Voted Yes on SB 0147

Kevin voted to pass a bill that bans employers from discriminating against employees who are pregnant or have terminated a pregnancy.

May 4, 2023

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MI List, an organization who works to elect pro-choice candidates to the Michigan legislature, endorsed this candidate in 2022.

Aug 1, 2022

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Sponsored HB 6342

Kevin sponsored a bill that protects individuals seeking an abortion in another state and individuals who assist travel to another state for an abortion.

Jul 20, 2022

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Voted No on HB 5558

Kevin voted against a bill that bans the use of fetal, embryonic, or newborn tissue, organs, or cells obtained from an abortion in scientific research.

Jul 1, 2022

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Voted No on HB 5559

Kevin voted against a bill that sets criminal penalties for using an embryo, fetus, or newborn for research.

Feb 9, 2022

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Voted No on HB 5559

Kevin voted against a bill that sets criminal penalties for using an embryo, fetus, or newborn for research.

Feb 9, 2022

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Sponsored HB 5547

Kevin sponsored a bill revising laws to reflect the repeal of abortion laws requiring parental consent.

Nov 10, 2021

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Sponsored HB 5545

Kevin sponsored a bill revising The Born-Alive Infant Protection Act to reflect repeal of other laws.

Nov 10, 2021

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Sponsored HB 5544

Kevin sponsored a bill revising criminal sentencing statute to reflect the repeal of laws criminalizing abortion.

Nov 10, 2021

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Sponsored HB 5543

Kevin sponsored a bill that reflects repealed abortion laws; takes use or prescription of drug out of definition of abortion.

Nov 10, 2021

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Sponsored HB 5542

Kevin sponsored a bill that updates criminal sentencing statutes to reflect the repeal of laws criminalizing abortion.

Nov 10, 2021

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