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.
"Q: Folks have talked about abortion as an issue that could be brought up this session. What are your thoughts on that? A: I think that women have the right to make a decision about their own bodies. So I won't vote for anything that would inhibit them from making a decision."
Jan 11, 2024
Shelly voted to pass 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 27, 2023
Shelly voted against a bill that bans abortions after the 12th week of pregnancy, with limited exceptions.
May 16, 2023
Shelly 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
Shelly 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
Shelly voted against a bill that bans abortions based on race, sex, or prenatal diagnosis of Down syndrome.
May 6, 2021