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Jessica Benham

State Representative,
Pennsylvania House District 36

Democrat

The proof:

Jessica sponsored a bill that would expand the types of healthcare professionals allowed to provide abortions.

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What to do now:

Thank Jessica for their support:

This legislator has consistently shown that they will protect abortion rights.

How to reach them:

Harrisburg
717 783 0411

Carrick
412 881 4208

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 Jessica

“I’m one of those ‘childless cat ladies,’ and maybe someday, I’d like to have a kid. But, I have health conditions that would make pregnancy more difficult. And Trump’s Project 2025 is coming for my access to the full spectrum of reproductive care. We are not going back!”

Sep 3, 2024

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“Trump bragged about overturning Roe. But that’s not enough for him. His Project 2025 will ban abortion nationwide without the help of Congress, putting more doctors in legal jeopardy & threatening the lives of countless women. That’s why we MUST elect VP Harris. @KamalaforPA”

Aug 31, 2024

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“Because of Trump, how many women will die in emergency rooms while doctors consult with their lawyers on whether they can save her life? I’ll be with VP Harris, trusting women and knowing we need access to the full spectrum of reproductive care.”

Aug 31, 2024

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“And I will ALWAYS be on the side of ensuring people have access to the full spectrum of reproductive health services in the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania.”

Jun 13, 2024

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VoteProChoice endorsed this candidate for the 2024 election.

May 28, 2024

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This candidate was endorsed by Planned Parenthood for the 2024 election.

Mar 15, 2024

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Sponsored HB 1589

Jessica sponsored a bill that protects patients from the unauthorized disclosure of personal health information by a limited services pregnancy center, with some exceptions.

Jul 25, 2023

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Sponsored HB 802

Jessica sponsored a bill protecting the licenses of professional nurses who provide reproductive health services to non-residents.

Apr 4, 2023

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Sponsored HB 2847

Jessica sponsored a bill that would expand the types of healthcare professionals allowed to provide abortions.

Oct 17, 2022

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Planned Parenthood has endorsed this candidate for the 2022 General Assembly Election.

Oct 6, 2022

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Sponsored HB 2867

Jessica sponsored a bill that would remove unnecessary and irrelevant medical tests prior to an abortion.

Oct 4, 2022

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“Our WHC House members did an amazing job laying out what we are fighting for. ✅ Protect our abortion providers ✅ Invest in reproductive health care ✅ Remove unnecessary barriers to abortion Great job @RepFiedler, @RepKinkead, @RepDanielle, @RepBenham & @RepHanbidge!!”

Sep 19, 2022

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Voted No on SB 106

Jessica voted against a bill that proposes to amend the Pennsylvania Constitution to exclude any rights relating to abortion.

Jul 8, 2022

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“Last night and today, I feel that same feeling of intense fear that I have felt every time our rights are under attack – and if that is how you feel, I want you to know that you do not owe the world a coherent response right now.”

May 3, 2022

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Voted No on HB 1500

Jessica voted against a bill that prohibits abortions because of the prenatal diagnosis of down syndrome.

Jun 8, 2021

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Voted No on HB 118

Jessica voted against a bill that would require health care facilities to cremate or bury abortion remains, placing unnecessary burden and expense on providers.

Jun 5, 2021

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EMILY’s List recruits, trains and supports Democratic pro-choice women. They've endorsed this candidate in the 2022 General Assembly election.