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Phil Skaggs

State Representative,
Michigan House District 80

Democrat

The proof:

Phil sponsored 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.

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What to do now:

Thank Phil 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 Phil

“There are rights we should all have as AMERICANS, including reproductive rights.”

Oct 1, 2024

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This candidate has been endorsed by Red Wine & Blue, a diverse nationwide movement of suburban women fighting extremism, based on their demonstrated support for reproductive freedom, public education, and democracy.

Sep 30, 2024

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Planned Parenthood Advocates of Michigan have endorsed this candidate in the 2024 election.

Sep 20, 2024

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Planned Parenthood Advocates of Michigan endorsed this candidate in the 2024 Primary Election, calling them a "Sexual and Reproductive Health Champion".

Jul 22, 2024

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“Vote for Reproductive Freedom!”

Jul 12, 2024

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Mothering Justice Action Fund proudly endorses this candidate based on their shared mission: shaping the future of families in Michigan for the better.

Jun 26, 2024

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“When I started in Kent County politics 20 years ago, elected Democrats - including the only state rep -- were all opposed to reproductive freedom. Now, we have 5 state representatives and every one is pro-choice! I'm honored to have played a role in bringing this progress.”

Apr 22, 2024

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“If Republicans take control of the State House here in Michigan they will push for an abortion ban, with no exceptions. They will work to find a loophole in the state constitution by redefining viability. Republicans are against reproductive freedom. We cannot trust them.”

Apr 8, 2024

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“It's an honor to be endorsed by Planned Parenthood Advocates of Michigan - @mippadvocates - as a Sexual and Reproductive Health Champion! @MIHouseDems, @MISenDems & @gretchenwhitmer did what we promised. We protected reproductive rights and ensured abortion access for everyone.”

Mar 25, 2024

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Sponsored HB 4951

Phil 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.

Nov 7, 2023

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Voted Yes on SB 0476

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

Nov 1, 2023

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Voted Yes on HB 4951

Phil 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 1, 2023

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Voted Yes on HB 4949

Phil 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 1, 2023

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Voted Yes on SB 0474

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

Nov 1, 2023

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“I attended a roundtable on reproductive freedom today with @GovWhitmer at @FStChurch in Grand Rapids. We heard from medical professionals and residents about their experiences and discussed various aspects of the Reproductive Health Act.”

Oct 9, 2023

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Sponsored HB 4950

Phil sponsored a bill that replaces references to “elective abortion” with “abortion”.

Sep 7, 2023

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Sponsored HB 4949

Phil sponsored 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.

Sep 7, 2023

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“Reproductive freedom, women’s rights, and bodily autonomy sound like reasonable policies that would encourage many people to move to Michigan.”

Sep 3, 2023

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“Michiganders pushed back against Trump’s Supreme Court and passed Prop 3 to make reproductive freedom a Constitutional right last year. Democrats repealed the 1931 abortion ban. Now we’ll repeal dozens of politically motivated & medically unnecessary barriers to abortion.”

Aug 30, 2023

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“This is Iowa right now. Republicans are de facto outlawing abortion. Weve stopped them in Michigan with Prop3 and repealing the 1931 law. But, Republicans are relentlessly anti-choice. So, reproductive rights will be at stake in every election for generations. Always Vote!”

Jul 12, 2023

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“With the anniversary of the Dobbs decision, when 9 unelected politicians in robes took away rights Americans had held for 5 decades — the right to an abortion — we're reminded that, in Michigan, abortion is safe and legal because of voters and their representatives.”

Jun 24, 2023

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Voted Yes on SB 0147

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

May 3, 2023

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“Note: abortion remains legal in Michigan & mifepristone can be prescribed by doctors while this works through courts. Abortion will remain legal in Michigan even if this politically-motivated ruling stands, however providers will be forced to comply with unnecessary restrictions.”

Apr 15, 2023

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Voted Yes on HR 0072

Phil voted to pass a resolution condemning the April 7, 2023 order by US District Court for Northern District of TX to cease use of mifepristone.

Apr 13, 2023

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Sponsored HR 0072

Phil sponsored a resolution condemning the April 7, 2023 order by US District Court for Northern District of TX to cease use of mifepristone.

Apr 12, 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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