This legislator has been a consistent force in the fight to protect and expand abortion rights.
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This candidate was endorsed by Planned Parenthood Texas Votes in the 2024 General Election.
Nov 1, 2024
“I spent Thursday morning with my colleague @DonnaHowardTX and Kaitlyn Kash, a plaintiff in Zurawski v. Texas case, to speak out against Ted Cruz's attack on women and abortion rights. #txlege”
Aug 15, 2024
This candidate was endorsed by Planned Parenthood Texas Votes in the 2024 Primary.
Mar 1, 2024
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“I’ll continue fighting for a woman’s right to abortion as long as I’m serving as your State Representative.”
Jan 22, 2024
“But thanks to legislation like Rosie's Law, it would provide equitable and affordable healthcare to Texans that have been hit the hardest by anti-abortion restrictions.”
Mar 7, 2023
“I have filed #RosiesLaw every session that I've been in the #txlege, and I will continue to do so. As I said in my speech yesterday, Texans without access and without financial means do not have a choice in today's reproductive landscape.”
Mar 7, 2023
Sheryl sponsored a bill that provides for abortion and contraceptive coverage under the state medical assistance program.
Mar 6, 2023
“I spoke at the @womensmarchatx protest yesterday about my continued fight for abortion rights in this state, and how I refuse to ever give up that fight no matter the circumstances!! #txlege”
Feb 12, 2023
“We must continue urging the Biden administration and the Congress to codify abortion rights into law, but we must also continue to fight for this at home. Please know that I'll continue fighting for and filing legislation protecting your reproductive rights in the #txlege.”
Jan 22, 2023
“Today is a very solemn 50th anniversary of the Roe v. Wade decision. Instead of the nation moving forward on this issue, we've instead gone back into the dark ages of abortion rights. But that hasn't dampened my optimism and passion for fighting for this issue. #txlege”
Jan 22, 2023
Sheryl sponsored a bill that creates an additional exception to the state abortion ban and prevents the prosecution of pregnant patients for receiving an abortion. It also repeals pre-Roe laws banning abortion.
Dec 12, 2022
This candidate was endorsed by Planned Parenthood in the 2022 General Assembly Election.
Oct 24, 2022
“This necessitates immediate action from Congress and the White House. We need federal legislation guaranteeing and protecting our abortion rights.”
May 2, 2022
“On the 49th anniversary of Roe v. Wade, I am taking some time to reflect on how disastrous these past legislative sessions were for abortion rights. #txlege”
Jan 22, 2022
Sheryl 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
“Abortion is healthcare, and healthcare should never be out of reach because a patient can't afford it. That's why I filed HB 1362, known as #RosiesLaw, to ensure that any Texan wishing to seek an abortion could afford it. Unfortunately, it never received a hearing. #txlege”
May 19, 2021
Sheryl voted against a bill that creates harsh criminal penalties for providers who perform or aid abortions at all stages of pregnancy.
May 6, 2021
Sheryl 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
“Today we are gearing up for a long floor fight for #SB8 / #HB1515 and #HB1280, which gravely threaten a woman’s right to get an abortion. Before the bill comes up, I just want to take a moment to thank all of the constituents calling with support and encouraging words. #txlege”
May 5, 2021
Sheryl sponsored a bill that provides for abortion coverage under the state medical assistance program.
Jan 26, 2021
“Today I filed HB 1362, also known as Rosie's Law. Abortion is healthcare, and healthcare should not be reserved for only the wealthy and privileged few. Thank you to @SenatorEckhardt for filing the first ever Senate companion. Full release with allied coalition below. #txlege”
Jan 26, 2021
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE - Rep. Sheryl Cole & Sen. Sarah Eckhardt Lead Historic Bicameral Introduction of "Rosie's Law," a Bill to Restore Health Insurance Coverage of Abortion.
Jan 26, 2021
“On the 48th anniversary of Roe, I remain committed to not just defending reproductive rights, but to expanding them - and I'll have more to say about that next Tuesday! #txlege”
Jan 22, 2021
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Update from SCOTUS - a win for abortion rights! The case is close to home for the #txlege: "Louisiana's law is virtually identical to one struck down… in 2016, which found that the… law in Texas was medically unnecessary and that it significantly limited access to abortion."
Jun 29, 2020
“Fantastic news - a judge has blocked the abortion ban! #txlege”
Mar 30, 2020
“This is why I filed HB 895, otherwise known as #RosiesLaw, in the #txlege. Unaffordable abortion access is no access at all for many women. Thank you for doing your part and advocating for this policy!”
May 10, 2019
“I filed Rosie’s Law because unaffordable abortion access effectively means no abortion access at all. #txlege #HB895 #centextownhall”
Feb 2, 2019
“Thank y'all for helping shine a light on #HB895 and the importance of #RosiesLaw. I am proud to stand with you in the fight for reproductive justice in the #txlege, and I look forward to working in coalition to do whatever we can for Texans. #BeBoldEndHyde”
Jan 22, 2019
“Proud to file it. I am committed to justice, including reproductive justice, and will work tirelessly for it. Thank you covering this important issue.”
Jan 22, 2019
“I filed HB 895, known as Rosie's Law. Rosie Jiménez was the first known victim of the Hyde Amendment, which prevented her access to a safe, legal, and accessible abortion. This bill, filed in her memory, would help restore access to low income Texans. #txlege #StandWithTXWomen”
Jan 18, 2019