Answered "No" to the question from a PA Pro Life organization: Should state taxpayer funding be allowed for elective abortions?
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“Proud to join Tony Goldwyn, Zachary Quinto, Aerion Andrew Abney, and Josh Zurawski to speak about how men can advocate to protect abortion rights as part of the Reproductive Freedom bus tour in Pittsburgh. We must elect Kamala Harris to protect reproductive healthcare and freedom.”
Sep 20, 2024
“Proud to join @tonygoldwyn, @ZacharyQuinto, @TripleA2, and Josh Zurawski to speak about how men can advocate to protect abortion rights as part of the #ReproductiveFreedom bus tour in Pittsburgh. We must elect @KamalaHarris to protect reproductive healthcare and freedom.”
Sep 20, 2024
Women are dying from the elevation of far-right ideology over the delivery of healthcare. Abortion is healthcare. As a husband, father, ER Doc, and State Representative, I must ask, “How many more women and girls must get sick, lose their fertility, or die to end this catastrophe in our nation?” Vote Pro-Health. Vote Pro-Choice.
Sep 18, 2024
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“I often get asked why, as a physician-legislator, do I consistently elevate the importance of abortion rights. It is because of cases like these - women who should not have died. I wish this was not political, but politics is what threatens my patients’ health. Vote Pro-Health. Vote Pro-Choice.”
Sep 16, 2024
“I get asked why, as a physician-legislator, do I elevate the importance of abortion rights. It is because of cases like these - women who shouldn’t have died. I wish this wasn’t political, but politics is what threatens my patients’ health. Vote Pro-Health. Vote Pro-Choice.”
Sep 16, 2024
“As an ER Doc and State Rep, I grieve for Louisiana women and health professionals. This will cost lives. .@realDonaldTrump and his judges did this by ending federal guarantees of reproductive rights. We must elect @KamalaHarris and pro-choice candidates to end this tragedy.”
Sep 3, 2024
“A 6-week abortion ban is a complete ban. Most women do not know they are pregnant at 6 weeks.”
Aug 30, 2024
“Yesterday, I joined @RepSummerLee and other advocates as the @freeandjustus Ride to Decide Bus Tour came to Pittsburgh to advocate for abortion rights and reproductive healthcare. As a husband, dad, ER Dr, and State Rep, I firmly believe that we must preserve reproductive rights.”
Aug 16, 2024
“When @realDonaldTrump brags about overturning Roe and leaving reproductive rights and healthcare to the states, he is taking direct responsibility for this chaos. Elect @KamalaHarris and pro-choice candidates who will codify Roe and end this tragedy.”
Aug 13, 2024
“As an ER Doc, I know that abortion is healthcare. As a State Rep who is in a ONE-SEAT majority protecting abortion rights in Pennsylvania, I know how tenuous these rights are. Proud to receive @reproforall’s endorsement as we decide whether we will protect abortion rights or not.”
Aug 8, 2024
“Failed to mention eviscerating abortion rights & reproductive healthcare, nearly ripping away insurance from millions by trying to repeal the ACA, and advocating to end seniors $35 monthly insulin cap. Healthcare and personal freedom are at stake. Voters, remember this November.”
Jul 19, 2024
“On July 4th, when we celebrate our freedom, I joined @KDKARadio about preserving reproductive rights and emergency healthcare in Pennsylvania. Personal autonomy & freedom are at risk. Every elected official & candidate must make clear where they stand.”
Jul 5, 2024
“An object lesson in the casual cruelty of abortion bans. @realDonaldTrump & his judges did this. The EMTALA decision has only prolonged this catastrophe. We must elect pro-choice candidates to prevent this chaos in PA. Voters, remember on 11/5.”
Jun 30, 2024
Arvind sponsored a bill requiring certain hospitals to provide abortions as an emergency stabilizing treatment.
Jun 28, 2024
Arvind sponsored a bill requiring private medical consultation and informed consent prior to performance of an abortion, except in a medical emergency.
Jun 28, 2024
“Today marks the second anniversary of the overturning of Roe v. Wade. Abortion is an essential part of reproductive healthcare. As a physician-legislator, I am committed to preserving abortion access in Pennsylvania and fighting to restore abortion rights in our country.”
Jun 24, 2024
“Proud to support @RepLeanne legislation, HB 1140, to mandate insurance coverage for contraception without cost-sharing. This bill protects the fundamental right to family planning. As a physician-legislator, I will always support bills that advance reproductive health.”
Jun 11, 2024
“Scientific & medical ignorance is both willful and dangerous. Contraception does not cause an abortion. As a physician-legislator, I am committed to protecting contraceptive access. .@realDonaldTrump did this. Voters, remember in November.”
Jun 5, 2024
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May 28, 2024
VoteProChoice endorsed this candidate for the 2024 election.
May 28, 2024
“As a physician-legislator, I know: - Most women dont know they are pregnant at six weeks. This is a blanket abortion ban. - What will stop our state from going through the same is voting for @JoeBiden & pro-choice candidates. .@realDonaldTrump did this. Remember in November.”
May 1, 2024
“As an ER doc, I am appalled that pregnant women might lose their right to emergency care to save their life or health. EMTALA WAS PASSED TO PROTECT PREGNANT WOMEN. .@realDonaldTrump did this - his judges & now saying states can ban abortion rights. Voters, remember in November.”
Apr 24, 2024
“Honored to be our Dem nominee. I commit to protect abortion rights, fund our schools & first responders, make healthcare more affordable & accessible, preserve our democracy & enact gun safety laws. I look forward to again earning voters trust to serve them in the PA House.”
Apr 23, 2024
“Proud to receive @VoteChoices endorsement. As a husband, father of two daughters, emergency physician, and state legislator, I know that protecting reproductive healthcare is vital. As long as I am in office, I will be a voice & vote to preserve abortion rights in Pennsylvania.”
Apr 19, 2024
“As a physician-legislator, I promise you that states rights is both a poor excuse for decimating reproductive healthcare & a surefire way to drive physicians to places that allow them to care for patients without the threat of arrest. Voters, remember this November.”
Apr 10, 2024
“The Arizona Supreme Court decision to uphold an 1864 criminal ban on abortion is the logical conclusion of an extreme agenda to endanger the health & well-being of women. The stakes are clear - vote for candidates who will protect abortion rights.”
Apr 9, 2024
“Every state candidate should state if they support codifying reproductive rights in their state constitution. Every federal candidate should state if they will vote against federal limits on reproductive rights. I will vote to protect reproductive rights in Pennsylvania.”
Apr 8, 2024
This candidate was endorsed by Planned Parenthood for the 2024 election.
Mar 15, 2024
“As a father, husband, ER doc & State Rep, I am horrified. The only way for PA to avoid the same is to elect pro-choice leaders. Voters take note. ‘Fleeing under the cover of darkness’: How Idaho’s abortion ban is changing pregnancy in the state | CNN”
Feb 11, 2024
Arvind sponsored a bill protecting the licenses of professional nurses who provide reproductive health services to non-residents.
Apr 4, 2023
Arvind sponsored a bill that prohibits any state or local agency from cooperating with out-of-state abortion-related investigations for activities legal in the state.
Mar 10, 2023
NARAL endorsed this candidate for the 2022 election.
Oct 12, 2022
Planned Parenthood has endorsed this candidate for the 2022 General Assembly Election.
Oct 6, 2022