This legislator has been a consistent force in the fight to protect and expand abortion rights.
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“Trump abortion bans criminalize woman and their healthcare providers. The government should not tell women what to do with their bodies. Understand that if Trump is elected there will be a ban on abortion.”
Sep 10, 2024
Jennifer voted to pass a bill preventing the extradition of individuals from Virginia to another state for performing an abortion in Virginia.
Mar 5, 2024
Jennifer voted to pass a bill that recognizes an individual right to access contraceptives.
Feb 26, 2024
Jennifer 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 26, 2024
Jennifer voted to pass a bill that prohibits the collection of menstrual health data.
Feb 23, 2024
Jennifer voted to pass a bill that requires health insurance companies to cover prescription and over-the counter contraceptives.
Feb 23, 2024
“The Dobbs decision overturning the right to abortion truly leaves the question of how far states can go or courts can go. Our freedom to make our own decisions about when, with whom, and if we decide to have children - including IVF - it’s on the table.”
Feb 19, 2024
Jennifer voted to pass a bill that recognizes an individual right to access contraceptives.
Feb 12, 2024
Jennifer voted to pass a bill that requires health insurance companies to cover prescription and over-the counter contraceptives.
Feb 6, 2024
Jennifer 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 6, 2024
Jennifer sponsored a bill that protects abortion care and gender-affirming care in the state. It prevents law enforcement from investigating anyone receiving protected care and requires state entities to not recognize out-of-state subpoenas and extradition requests if the subpoenas and requests relate to protected care.
Jan 9, 2024
Jennifer sponsored a bill that requires health insurance companies to cover prescription and over-the counter contraceptives.
Jan 9, 2024
Jennifer sponsored a bill that recognizes an individual right to access contraceptives.
Jan 9, 2024
Jennifer sponsored a bill preventing the extradition of individuals from Virginia to another state for performing an abortion in Virginia.
Nov 27, 2023
Jennifer sponsored a bill that prohibits the collection of menstrual health data.
Nov 27, 2023
“So here is what the new U.S. Speaker of the House Mike Johnson said on the record about abortion care… Let’s be clear about the Republicans’ priorities. Shocking! @emilyslist”
Oct 26, 2023
Thanks for sharing your own story @TaraGibsonVA. "My abortion changed my life for the better. I'm not alone." @RoeYourVoteVA is doing important work to protect our rights to make decisions for ourselves.
Oct 17, 2023
“Access to abortion is a human right! I’m proud to be one of over 600 state legislators standing up for access to #medicationabortion and bodily autonomy for all. @SiXRepro @PPAVirginia @REPRORising_VA @VASenateDems”
Oct 12, 2023
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“Thank you, @vaapicfund, for this endorsement! I am committed to building a Virginia that prioritizes public education, focuses on gun violence prevention, protects reproductive healthcare, and ensures that all families have access to opportunities. @VASenateDems”
Oct 4, 2023
#VoteProChoice has endorsed this candidate for the 2023 election.
Aug 17, 2023
EMILY’s List recruits, trains and supports Democratic pro-choice women. They've endorsed this candidate in the 2023 General Assembly election.
Aug 2, 2023
Planned Parenthood has endorsed this candidate for the 2023 General Assembly Election.
Jul 28, 2023
“Pregnant people deserve to be treated with dignity and respect when they choose abortion care. One year ago, the Dobbs decision marked the first time a fundamental right was removed by the US Supreme Court.”
Jun 24, 2023
“Virginia is the last Southern state that still has reasonable laws permitting abortion care. We can’t lose that freedom in Virginia.”
Jun 24, 2023
“Senate Democrats have been that brick wall preventing numerous anti abortion bills from passing. Keeping control of the Senate in November is critical - we have the power to keep abortion legal and accessible in Virginia.”
Jun 24, 2023
“Some patients have been forced to give birth, even when it puts their lives at risk or their pregnancies are nonviable. Over the past year, we’ve seen horror stories from across the country of the dangerous and deadly consequences of these draconian abortion bans.”
Jun 24, 2023
“Since the Dobbs decision a year ago, we have seen state after state strip abortion rights and people have lost their freedom to decide when, if, and with whom they would start or add to a family. These are the most personal and consequential decisions a person can make.”
Jun 24, 2023
“Restricting abortion care will increase the risk of maternal death, as well as criminalizing doctors for providing what is sometimes life saving for care for the patient. Democrats will protect your right to make these decisions for yourself w/your medical provider.”
May 26, 2023
“As a former board member of ReproRising, I’m proud not only to receive and A+ but also a megaphone & an Equality accolade! I stand for abortion rights and for our LGBTQ+ Virginians. We @VASenateDems will continue to protect your rights to make your own decisions!”
May 9, 2023
“There is overwhelming evidence that medication abortion is safe and effective for virtually anyone who wants to end an early pregnancy, with a safety record of over 99%. In fact, it’s safer than Tylenol and Viagra.”
Apr 19, 2023
Jennifer voted to pass a constitutional amendment that would protect reproductive freedom in Virginia.
Feb 7, 2023
Jennifer sponsored a constitutional amendment that would protect reproductive freedom in Virginia.
Jan 10, 2023
Jennifer sponsored a constitutional amendment that would protect reproductive freedom in Virginia.
Jan 10, 2023
Jennifer voted to pass a bill that removed the ban on abortion coverage for health insurance plans offered in Virginia through the health benefits exchange.
Feb 16, 2021
Jennifer voted to pass a bill that removed the ban on abortion coverage for health insurance plans offered in Virginia through the health benefits exchange.
Jan 26, 2021
Jennifer voted to pass a bill that rolls back certain abortion requirements, including a 24 hour waiting period, an ultrasound, and counseling. It also allows nurse practitioners and physician assistants to perform abortions.
Feb 27, 2020
“We’re calling on our fellow legislators, governors, and the courts to stop these abortion bans and instead take action to ensure all people can access reproductive health care with dignity and respect, no matter where they live or the size of their bank account.”
May 23, 2019