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Irene Shin

State Delegate,
Virginia House District 8

Democrat

The proof:

Irene sponsored a constitutional amendment that would protect reproductive freedom in Virginia.

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What to do now:

Thank Irene for her fight!

This legislator has been a consistent force in the fight to protect and expand abortion rights.

How to reach her:

District
703 677 8334

Capitol Office
804 698 1008

What to say:

Send them an email thanking them for their efforts, and remind them how important abortion rights are to you. It's rare that legislators get thanked for their efforts - show them you're paying attention and appreciate the work!

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The latest from Irene

“I firmly believe that every person has the right to bodily autonomy.”

May 12, 2024

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“Policies that restrict reproductive rights and access disproportionately affect low-income women and women of color.”

May 12, 2024

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Voted No on HB 819

Irene voted against a bill that requires health insurance companies to cover prescription and over-the counter contraceptives.

Apr 17, 2024

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Voted Yes on HB 609

Irene voted to pass a bill that recognizes an individual right to access contraceptives.

Feb 28, 2024

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Voted Yes on SB 238

Irene voted to pass a bill that requires health insurance companies to cover prescription and over-the counter contraceptives.

Feb 23, 2024

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Voted Yes on SB 16

Irene voted to pass a bill that prohibits the collection of menstrual health data.

Feb 21, 2024

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Voted Yes on HB 519

Irene voted to pass a bill that prevents disciplinary action from being taken against a doctor who provided legal abortion care in the state of Virginia.

Feb 13, 2024

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Voted Yes on HB 1539

Irene voted to pass a bill preventing the extradition of individuals from Virginia to another state for performing an abortion in Virginia.

Feb 13, 2024

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Voted No on HB 404

Irene voted against a bill that restricts public funding for abortion services.

Feb 12, 2024

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Sponsored HB 1539

Irene sponsored a bill preventing the extradition of individuals from Virginia to another state for performing an abortion in Virginia.

Jan 19, 2024

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Sponsored HB 609

Irene sponsored a bill that recognizes an individual right to access contraceptives.

Jan 9, 2024

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Sponsored HB 819

Irene sponsored a bill that requires health insurance companies to cover prescription and over-the counter contraceptives.

Jan 9, 2024

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Sponsored HB 519

Irene sponsored a bill that prevents disciplinary action from being taken against a doctor who provided legal abortion care in the state of Virginia.

Jan 8, 2024

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#VoteProChoice has endorsed this candidate for the 2023 election.

Aug 17, 2023

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Planned Parenthood has endorsed this candidate for the 2023 General Assembly Election.

Jul 28, 2023

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Voted No on HB 2270

Irene voted against a bill that requires a patient to receive abortion counseling prior to their procedure.

Feb 7, 2023

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Voted No on HB 1795

Irene voted against a bill that requires providers to try to preserve the life of any infant born alive.

Feb 7, 2023

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Sponsored HB 2089

Irene sponsored a bill that requires health insurance carriers make contraceptives free for patients.

Jan 10, 2023

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Sponsored HJ 519

Irene sponsored a constitutional amendment that would protect reproductive freedom in Virginia.

Jan 10, 2023

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Sponsored SJ 255

Irene sponsored a constitutional amendment that would protect reproductive freedom in Virginia.

Jan 10, 2023

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Voted No on HB 304

Irene voted against a bill that requires providers to try to preserve the life of any infant born alive.

Feb 15, 2022

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Voted No on HB 212

Irene voted against a bill that would require abortion providers to communicate alternatives to abortion, the probable gestational age of the fetus, and other information before performing the abortion.

Feb 15, 2022

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