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Charles Schwertner

State Senator,
Texas Senate District 5

Republican

The proof:

Charles coauthored a bill that bans all medication abortions after 7 weeks. It would also prevent the mailing of medication abortion drugs and add medically unnecessary reporting requirements for providers.

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What to do now:

Tell Charles they do not represent you:

This legislator is dangerous. Their position on abortion is completely out of touch: advocating for some of the most extreme abortion bans being considered right now.

What to say:

Call your legislator and make it clear that they are going too far. Try to urge them to walk away from their most extreme positions.

  • Introduce yourself, including your relation to the district.
  • Emphasize your role in the local community.
  • Explain why you do not agree with their position. Personal stories that exemplify the problems these bans would create are helpful.
  • Ask if they will protect the right to an abortion in such cases.
  • If they say no, ask them how they plan to fund more public childcare and maternal healthcare.

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The latest from Charles

“Every life is a gift from God and deserving of our protection. I proudly honor and recognize the sanctity of human life, and I will always fight to protect the unborn.”

Jan 22, 2024

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Voted Yes on SB 959

Charles voted to pass a bill that prevents charter schools from doing business with abortion providers, such as using their sexual education materials.

Apr 5, 2023

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This candidate was endorsed by Texas Alliance for Life, an anti-abortion group, in the 2022 General Election.

Oct 24, 2022

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“SCOTUS strikes down #RoeVWade! Texas will protect the sanctity of human life with our pro-life trigger law. 30 days from now, abortion will be ILLEGAL in the great State of Texas.”

Jun 24, 2022

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This candidate was endorsed by the Life PAC, an anti-abortion organization, in the 2022 Primary Election.

May 22, 2022

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“Pro-Life Texans, a Human Coalition Action PAC endorsed my re-election campaign. As your State Senator, I will continue to serve as a dedicated advocate for vulnerable children.”

Feb 23, 2022

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“Abortion is a human tragedy at every imaginable level. In Texas, when a heartbeat is detected, life is protected. #ProLife #txlege”

Sep 5, 2021

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Voted Yes on SB 4

Charles voted to pass a bill that bans all medication abortions after 7 weeks. It would also prevent the mailing of medication abortion drugs and add medically unnecessary reporting requirements for providers.

Aug 11, 2021

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Coauthored SB 4

Charles coauthored a bill that bans all medication abortions after 7 weeks. It would also prevent the mailing of medication abortion drugs and add medically unnecessary reporting requirements for providers.

Aug 6, 2021

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Voted Yes on SB 4

Charles voted to pass a bill that restricts the use of abortion-inducing drugs.

Jul 16, 2021

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Sponsored SB 4

Charles sponsored a bill that restricts the use of abortion-inducing drugs.

Jul 8, 2021

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Sponsored SB 33

Charles sponsored a bill establishing physician reporting requirements for abortions performed outside of a licensed abortion facility.

Jul 8, 2021

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Voted Yes on HB 1280

Charles voted to pass a bill that creates harsh criminal penalties for providers who perform or aid abortions at all stages of pregnancy.

May 25, 2021

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Voted Yes on SB 8

Charles voted to pass a bill that bans all abortions after 6 weeks, and authorizes citizens to enforce it. It includes exceptions only for medical emergencies.

May 13, 2021

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Voted Yes on SB 1439

Charles voted to pass a bill that would require an “opt-in” option for physicians, interns, or residents at an educational institute before participating in an elective abortion.

Apr 27, 2021

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Voted Yes on SB 1146

Charles voted to pass a bill that requires physicians to submit a monthly report on each abortion they perform outside a licensed facility.

Apr 26, 2021

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Voted Yes on SB 650

Charles voted to pass A bill that prohibits public funds from being used to help people procure an abortion.

Mar 31, 2021

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Voted Yes on SB 802

Charles voted to pass A bill requiring physicians to confirm that a woman has received a pre-abortion resource access assistance offer prior to performing or inducing an abortion.

Mar 30, 2021

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Voted Yes on SB 1647

Charles voted to pass A bill requiring perinatal palliative care for pregnant women whose preborn child received a diagnosis of life-threatening disability and bans third trimester abortions except when due to medical emergency.

Mar 30, 2021

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Voted Yes on SB 394

Charles voted to pass a bill that would create a state regulation standard for abortion drugs so the state can have a tracking mechanism for reporting safety impacts.

Mar 30, 2021

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Voted Yes on SB 9

Charles voted to pass a bill that creates harsh criminal penalties for providers who perform or aid abortions at all stages of pregnancy.

Mar 30, 2021

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Voted Yes on SB 1173

Charles voted to pass A bill that bans third trimester abortions, with exceptions, and abortions based on disability.

Mar 30, 2021

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Authored SB 8

Charles authored a bill that bans all abortions after 6 weeks, and authorizes citizens to enforce it. It includes exceptions only for medical emergencies.

Mar 11, 2021

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Sponsored SB 1439

Charles sponsored a bill that would require an “opt-in” option for physicians, interns, or residents at an educational institute before participating in an elective abortion.

Mar 10, 2021

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Sponsored SB 802

Charles sponsored a bill requiring physicians to confirm that a woman has received a pre-abortion resource access assistance offer prior to performing or inducing an abortion.

Feb 25, 2021

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Sponsored SB 650

Charles sponsored a bill that prohibits public funds from being used to help people procure an abortion.

Feb 10, 2021

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“Texans defend the #SanctityOfHumanLife. Today we celebrate the strong protections for the unborn in our great state. I authored SB 8, the Pre-Born Protection & Dignity Act, during the 85th #TxLege Session, and I’m proud that it passed with overwhelming approval.”

Jan 22, 2021

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“As a Senator, I will always defend life and am proud to support groups that work to protect the unborn. #txlege”

Aug 21, 2019

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“Thank you to @joepojman and the @TXAlliance4Life for honoring me with the Courageous Defense of Life Award. I'm proud of my efforts to pass strong, pro-life laws like #SB8 and I'm proud to be a #prolife Texan!!”

Jun 18, 2018

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“What an incredible day. It was such an amazing honor to speak to the thousands of pro-life Texans who attended today's Rally for Life at the State Capitol in Austin! I'm proud to be a”

Jan 27, 2018

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“Now taking up #SB4, my bill to #DefundPP and keep cities and counties from using public funds to support abortion.”

Jul 26, 2017

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“This special session the #txlege will #DefundPP & ensure that taxpayer $$$ is not used to support abortion in any way, shape, or form. #SB4”

Jul 17, 2017

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“It's time to put an end to any and all forms of taxpayer-funded abortion in Texas.”

Jul 17, 2017

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“Today I filed #SB4 to prohibit local governments from providing funding or support to abortion providers.”

Jul 17, 2017

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“#SB8 will protect the unborn against these inhumane and barbaric acts and support a #prolife culture of respect for innocent life. #txlege”

Jun 7, 2017

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“#SB8 also enhances reporting requirements for abortions, clarifies the definition of abortion & bans the sale of fetal tissue.”

Jun 7, 2017

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“The Texas House is now beginning debate on #SB8, my bill to ban partial-birth abortion and stop the sale of human fetal tissue.”

May 19, 2017

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“Texans will not stand for unborn babies being torn apart, monetized & traded like some sort of perverse commodity.”

Mar 15, 2017

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