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Cole Hefner

State Representative,
Texas House District 5

Republican

The proof:

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

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What to do now:

Tell Cole 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 Cole

“Yesterday was the second anniversary of Roe v. Wades overturning. Im proud to say that Texas has saved over 100,000 lives. Weve come so far in this fight to save every child from abortion, and Im confident we will succeed. Every little one is precious in the eyes of the Lord.”

Jun 25, 2024

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This candidate was endorsed by the Life PAC, an anti-abortion organization, in the 2024 Primary Election.

Apr 22, 2024

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“I’m proud to be endorsed by @TXAlliance4Life. During my time in the legislature, I have maintained a perfect 100% voting record defending life. We’ve passed major pro-life victories from the Texas Heartbeat Act, to outright banning abortion. I’m proud to be on the side of life.”

Feb 2, 2024

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“It was good seeing @Bishopoftyler Strickland and the Catholic Conference of Bishops today in Austin. I’m grateful for their tireless work for the pro-life cause and for strong families.”

Mar 28, 2023

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Sponsored HB 4876

Cole sponsored a bill that imposes liability on those who perform or assist unlawful abortions.

Mar 10, 2023

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Sponsored HB 2690

Cole sponsored a bill that bans the distribution of medication abortion drugs and information about abortion, including via the Internet, and authorizes private citizens to enforce it.

Feb 23, 2023

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Sponsored HB 787

Cole sponsored a bill prohibiting business entities from receiving tax incentives if they assist employees in obtianing abortions.

Nov 22, 2022

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Sponsored HB 61

Cole sponsored a bill that restricts public funding for logistical support for an individual obtaining an abortion.

Nov 14, 2022

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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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“Agreed. Florida needs to catch up to Texas and pass these policies: ✅ Constitutional Carry ✅ Heartbeat Bill ✅ Abortion Ban”

Jul 13, 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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Voted Yes on SB 4

Cole 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 31, 2021

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Cosponsored SB 4

Cole cosponsored 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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Sponsored HB 6

Cole sponsored a bill that bans all medication abortions after 7 weeks. It also prevents the mailing of medication abortion drugs and adds reporting requirements for providers.

Aug 6, 2021

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Coauthored HB 6

Cole coauthored a bill that would require abortion complication reporting requirements for a physician who provides an abortion-inducing drug.

Jul 8, 2021

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Voted Yes on HB 1280

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

May 6, 2021

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Voted Yes on SB 8

Cole 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 6, 2021

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Coauthored HB 1515

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

Mar 12, 2021

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Sponsored HB 4200

Cole sponsored a bill granting municipalities the authority to prohibit abortions.

Mar 12, 2021

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Sponsored HB 3760

Cole sponsored 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 11, 2021

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Sponsored SB 1647

Cole sponsored 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 11, 2021

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Cosponsored SB 8

Cole cosponsored 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 1173

Cole sponsored a bill that bans third trimester abortions, with exceptions, and abortions based on disability.

Mar 8, 2021

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Sponsored HB 3218

Cole sponsored a bill that would prohibit abortion after 20 weeks when a fetus has a severe abnormality and create a penalty for physicians who perform such abortions.

Mar 8, 2021

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Sponsored HB 2727

Cole sponsored a bill making it a criminal offense to force a woman to have an abortion.

Mar 3, 2021

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Sponsored HB 2313

Cole 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 HB 2337

Cole sponsored a bill that prohibits a person from providing an abortion drug without satisfying informed consent and physician reporting requirements.

Feb 25, 2021

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“The murder of thousands of unborn babies each year is definitely a problem.”

Feb 19, 2021

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Sponsored SB 394

Cole sponsored a bill that would create a state regulation standard for abortion drugs so the state can have a tracking mechanism for reporting safety impacts.

Jan 22, 2021

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Coauthored HB 1280

Cole coauthored a bill that creates harsh criminal penalties for providers who perform or aid abortions at all stages of pregnancy.

Jan 22, 2021

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Sponsored HB 1173

Cole sponsored a bill that restricts public funding for logistical support for an individual obtaining an abortion.

Jan 19, 2021

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“How is taking the life of an unborn baby health care?”

Jan 30, 2020

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

This candidate was endorsed by Texas Alliance for Life, an anti-abortion group, in the 2024 General Election.