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Rhetta Andrews Bowers

Democrat

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Rhetta sponsored a bill that repeals the 7 week ban on medication abortion. It also reduces the abortion complication reporting requirement and eliminates certain actions that a physician has to take before performing an abortion.

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This legislator is a member of the Reproductive Freedom Leadership Council, a network of state legislators championing reproductive rights.

May 16, 2025

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This candidate was endorsed by Planned Parenthood Texas Votes in the 2024 General Election.

Nov 1, 2024

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Sponsored HB 5087

Rhetta sponsored a bill that repeals the 7 week ban on medication abortion. It also reduces the abortion complication reporting requirement and eliminates certain actions that a physician has to take before performing an abortion.

Mar 10, 2023

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Voted No on SB 4

Rhetta voted against 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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Voted No on SB 8

Rhetta voted against 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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Voted No on HB 1280

Rhetta voted against 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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