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.
“Great way to start the morning, talking about reproductive freedom and freedom from gun violence!! Protecting Future Generations gathering with @PPact @Everytown @momsdemand @studentsdemand @gretchenwhitmer ! #freedom #reproductivefreedom #gunsafety #DNC2024”
Aug 20, 2024
“Today we acknowledge the anniversary of the Dobbs decision, a turning point in the conversation on reproductive rights. Let's continue to make Michigan a place where reproductive freedom is protected and respected!”
Jun 24, 2024
April 11-17 is Black Maternal Health Week! This year's theme is "Our Bodies STILL Belong to Us: Reproductive Justice NOW!" Yesterday, my colleagues and I introduced the Momnibus bill package and a resolution to commemorate Black Maternal Health Week. In the U.S., Black women are
Apr 11, 2024
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“Michigan surrogacy laws are outdated and lag behind the rest of the nation. Yesterday, I voted to end the criminalization of compensated surrogacy contracts. Michigan residents deserve the freedom to utilize assisted reproductive methods.”
Mar 20, 2024
“Yesterday we passed the Michigan Family Protection Act, allowing more Michiganders to become parents through surrogacy & explicitly protecting the rights & reproductive freedoms of gestational carriers. It was a good day for Michigan families & freedom.”
Mar 20, 2024
Stephanie voted to pass a bill that repeals a number of requirements for facilities providing abortions.
Nov 7, 2023
Stephanie 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
Stephanie 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
Stephanie voted to pass a bill that updates the legal definition of abortion to recognize it as a medical treatment.
Nov 7, 2023
Stephanie 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
“Today, the Michigan Senate passed major pieces of the Reproductive Health Act, to build on the will of the voters and remove unnecessary harmful restrictions on abortion access. Grateful to partner up with @SarahAnthony517 @SenErikaGeiss @MaryforMichigan!”
Oct 19, 2023
Stephanie 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
“Thank you @lpohutsky19 & @SarahAnthony517 for their leadership, all my colleagues who have worked on the RHA, and all the amazing organizations who advocate every day for reproductive health. Proud to be part of this effort and can't wait to get it done. #mileg”
Sep 11, 2023
Stephanie 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
Stephanie sponsored a bill that repeals a number of requirements for facilities providing abortions.
Sep 7, 2023
Stephanie sponsored a bill that updates the legal definition of abortion to recognize it as a medical treatment.
Sep 7, 2023
“This fall, we will: Protect Michiganders' reproductive health Build our clean energy future Pass paid family leave Reduce prescription drug costs Strengthen our democracy Ready to work and keep #gettingthingsdone! #MajorityForThePeople #mileg”
Aug 31, 2023
“Yesterday it was great to participate in a @mippadvocates townhall about reproductive health! Excited to support the Reproductive Health Act. Abortion is health care. We will ensure that individual health decisions are made by the patient and their doctor, period. #mileg”
Aug 23, 2023
Stephanie voted to pass a bill that bans employers from discriminating against employees who are pregnant or have terminated a pregnancy.
May 4, 2023
“It's a good day! Thank you to every advocate who worked to repeal the 1931 abortion ban in Michigan and fought for #reproductivefreedom.”
Apr 5, 2023
“We are voting now to repeal Michigan's archaic abortion ban that has been on the books since 1931. Abortion is healthcare. Reproductive health decisions should be made between the individual and their doctor, period. #reproductivefreedom #mileg”
Mar 8, 2023
“Our GOP colleagues who compared abortion to slavery might be forgetting a pretty important thing called *bodily autonomy*. Might have also forgotten the many women slaves who were raped and forced to carry their pregnancies forward. Loved this response from @SarahAnthony517!⭐”
Mar 8, 2023
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“Good morning! Yesterday, @MISenDems: ✅advanced EITC expansion ✅pushed for gun violence prevention laws ✅said NO to hate in education cmte ✅introduced bill to help unemployed Michiganders ✅introduced bills to protect reproductive health 2023 is off to a good start. #mileg”
Jan 25, 2023
“The right to safe, legal abortion is connected to economic justice. Michiganders enshrined #reproductivefreedom into our constitution last year. This year, we are going to finally repeal the 1931 abortion ban. #mileg”
Jan 19, 2023
“On #HumanRightsDay, we celebrate the many movements here in Detroit & Downriver to protect our human rights, including the right to equitable education; safe abortion; affordable drinking water without shutoffs; & having your voice heard & vote respected. #StandUp4HumanRights”
Dec 10, 2022
“Doors Doors Doors Every vote will matter when it comes to saving democracy, enshrining reproductive freedom in our state constitution, and building an economy that works for everyone. #VOTE #flipmisenate”
Oct 21, 2022
“Ignore those No on Proposal 3 signs. You know what's *actually* extreme? An abortion ban with no exceptions. Taking away people's health care choices. Forcing rape and incest survivors to give birth. Vote YES on Proposal 3 (@mireprofreedom) to support #reproductivefreedom.”
Oct 15, 2022
National Abortion Rights Action League (NARAL) has endorsed this representative for the Michigan State Legislature because they "represent the boldest and most committed leaders ready to protect and expand abortion rights in this state.”
Oct 7, 2022
MI List, an organization who works to elect pro-choice candidates to the Michigan legislature, endorsed this candidate in 2022.
Aug 1, 2022
Stephanie 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
Stephanie sponsored a bill revising criminal sentencing statutes to reflect the repeal of laws criminalizing abortion.
Nov 30, 2021
Stephanie sponsored a bill revising statutory language to reflect the repeal of abortion laws.
Nov 30, 2021
Stephanie sponsored a bill protecting the right to abortion before fetal viability, or at any time if necessary to protect the life or health of the mother.
Nov 30, 2021
Stephanie sponsored a bill that reflects the repeal of abortion laws requiring parental consent.
Nov 30, 2021
Stephanie sponsored a bill that revises language in the Born Alive Infant Protection Act without making a substantive change.
Nov 30, 2021
Stephanie sponsored a resolution urging Congress to pass laws protecting healthcare providers’ ability to provide abortions.
Nov 9, 2021
Stephanie sponsored a bill that reflects the repeal of laws criminalizing the procurement of drugs to induce an abortion.
Feb 2, 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