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J. Christian “Chris” Obenshain

State Delegate,
Virginia House District 41

Republican

The proof:

Christian voted against a bill that recognizes an individual right to access contraceptives.

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What to do now:

Tell Christian how important abortion rights are to you:

This legislator has made their anti-choice position clear. They intend to enact laws that would further limit access to abortion.

How to reach him:

Capitol Office
804 698 1041

What to say:

Call your legislator to share how important abortion rights are to you. While you're on the phone, try to gain a deeper understanding of their exact position.

  • Introduce yourself, including your relation to the district.
  • Emphasize your role in the local community.
  • Explain why abortion rights are important to you.
  • Ask if they will commit to voting for any legislation that will protect the right to an abortion.
  • If they say no, ask which abortion restrictions they are pushing for.

Dive deeper:

The latest from Christian

Voted Yes on HB 819

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

Apr 17, 2024

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Voted No on HB 609

Christian voted against a bill that recognizes an individual right to access contraceptives.

Feb 28, 2024

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Voted No on SB 15

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

Feb 27, 2024

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Voted No on SB 237

Christian voted against a bill that recognizes an individual right to access contraceptives.

Feb 27, 2024

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Voted Yes on SB 238

Christian 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 No on SB 16

Christian voted against a bill that prohibits the collection of menstrual health data.

Feb 21, 2024

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Voted No on HB 519

Christian voted against 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 No on HB 1539

Christian voted against 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

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

Feb 12, 2024

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“It is wonderful to see our Governor leading the VA March for Life. As a Christian, I believe every child is gift from God and deserving of the opportunity to live. Let's send more pro-life legislators to Richmond!”

Feb 1, 2023

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“What an blessing it was tonight for Jennifer and I to be table hosts for the annual banquet to benefit the Pregnancy Resource Center. We heard inspiring testimonies and saw the amazing work being done to protect the unborn and support families in our area. Such a great night!”

Nov 10, 2022

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“Yesterday I joined fellow people of faith to pray and stand in support of innocent life at the Life Chain event. I'm proud to be pro-life. As a Delegate, I'll work to ensure Virginia recognizes the inherent value of human life and supports strong and healthy families. #HoD41”

Oct 3, 2022

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“I'm proud to be pro-life and will continue to work to ensure that innocent lives are valued and protected in Virginia.”

Jun 24, 2022

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“A great victory for federalism, the Constitutional order, and most importantly for the unborn. So many have worked so hard to get to this day!”

Jun 24, 2022

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“If accurate, then this is a great victory for federalism and the culture of life. Roe has always been bad law, but overturning it doesn't end the debate. It merely returns legislative decisions about abortion to their proper place -- the legislatures.”

May 2, 2022

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“Wish I could be in RVA today for the Virginia March for Life. My son and I participated in our local walk for life this weekend and we prayed for the rights of the unborn. I'm proud to stand with those who defend the sanctity of life and my prayers today are with all the Marchers”

Apr 27, 2022

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