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Rachel Hunt

State Senator,
North Carolina Senate District 42

Democrat

The proof:

Rachel sponsored a bill codifying the right to have an abortion before viability, which was protected by Roe v. Wade and other cases before they were overturned by the Supreme Court.

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This legislator has been a consistent force in the fight to protect and expand abortion rights.

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The latest from Rachel

“Thanks to all who joined the Reproductive Rights rally in Greensboro - loved seeing the strong turnout! Make no mistake - women’s healthcare is on the ballot in November! #ncpol”

Sep 16, 2024

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“From the bottom to the top of the ticket, it's time to stop extremists who want to ban safe and legal abortion. Like VP Harris and Governor Cooper, I will always fight for the women and girls of North Carolina. #NCPOL”

Jul 23, 2024

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EMILY'S List, a pro-choice organization, endorsed this candidate.

May 28, 2024

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Reproductive Freedom For All endorsed this candidate.

May 28, 2024

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Sponsored S 909

Rachel sponsored a proposed constitutional amendment to codify the right to abortion as it existed before the Supreme Court decision to overturn Roe v. Wade.

May 15, 2024

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Sponsored S 838

Rachel sponsored a bill to develop training on implicit bias and inform patients of their rights in order to reduce Black maternal mortality.

May 2, 2024

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Sponsored S 808

Rachel sponsored a bill that protects the right to use contraception and provides funding for the NC Medicaid Family Planning Program.

May 2, 2024

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Planned Parenthood Votes! South Atlantic endorsed this candidate.

Apr 25, 2024

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“As a State Senator, I've voted against Raleigh Republicans and their attempts to eliminate freedoms North Carolina women have had for more than 50 years. As Lt. Governor, I will continue to stand up for reproductive rights. #ncpol”

Feb 7, 2024

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Lillian's List, a North Carolina pro-choice organization, endorsed this candidate.

Jan 29, 2024

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Voted No on H 190

Rachel voted against a bill modifying provisions of the existing 12-week ban, including rules about in-person consent and when medication abortion can be used as a method.

Jun 26, 2023

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“One year ago today, the Supreme Court took a fundamental choice away from women. Last month, Republicans in Raleigh banned abortion after just 12 weeks. Their plan is to ban it entirely. I'm running for LG to make sure they don't. Join me:”

Jun 24, 2023

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Voted No on S 20

Rachel voted against a bill that bans abortions after the 12th week of pregnancy, with limited exceptions.

May 16, 2023

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Sponsored S 19

Rachel sponsored a bill codifying the right to have an abortion before viability, which was protected by Roe v. Wade and other cases before they were overturned by the Supreme Court.

Jan 25, 2023

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Sponsored H 1119

Rachel sponsored a bill codifying the right to have an abortion before viability, which was protected by Roe v. Wade and other cases, ahead of the possible overturn by the Supreme Court.

May 26, 2022

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Voted No on H 453

Rachel voted against a bill that bans abortions based on race, sex, or prenatal diagnosis of Down syndrome.

May 6, 2021

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Voted No on S 359

Rachel voted against a bill that requires healthcare providers to try to preserve the life of any infant born alive during an abortion.

Apr 16, 2019

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