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Rozia A. “J.R.” Henson, Jr.

State Delegate,
Virginia House District 19

Democrat

The proof:

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

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What to do now:

Thank J.R. for his support:

This legislator has consistently shown that they will protect abortion rights.

How to reach him:

Capitol Office
804 698 1019

What to say:

Thank them for their consistency. Your support will encourage them to continue to vote this way, and may give them the confidence to become a stronger advocate of pro-choice legislation.

  • Introduce yourself, including your relation to the district.
  • Explain to them why abortion rights and access are important to you. (Personal stories work well here)
  • Thank them for their efforts, and encourage them to continue the fight.

Dive deeper:

The latest from J.R.

Voted No on HB 819

J.R. 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

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

Feb 28, 2024

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Voted Yes on SB 15

J.R. voted to pass 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 Yes on SB 237

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

Feb 27, 2024

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Voted Yes on SB 238

J.R. 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

J.R. 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

J.R. 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

J.R. 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

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

Feb 12, 2024

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Sponsored HB 609

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

Jan 9, 2024

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Sponsored HB 819

J.R. 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

J.R. 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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“This election is too important to sit this one out! Abortion is on the ballot this election! #VoteBlue #VoteEarly”

Aug 14, 2023

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

Jul 28, 2023

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“This is dangerous and if you don’t think Gov. Youngkin and the rest of the GOP aren’t going to follow these same measures, YOU ARE WRONG! Reproductive Choice is on the ballot in November and it is imperative that we take back the majority to protect the right to choose!”

Apr 14, 2023

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“It is evident that we need to go hard to elect candidates like myself to the state house to continue to protect Women and birthing peoples access to Abortion! We will NOT go back.”

Oct 31, 2022

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“Americans support access to abortion and it was clear tonight! We need Congress to act and states to codify and or strengthen women and birthing people’s access to abortion and privacy!”

Aug 2, 2022

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“For decades Roe V. Wade served as the last barrier to a full-scale overhaul of reproductive rights in this country. Today’s decision will have consequences that reverberate for generations. More than a year after being ousted from office, the legacy of Trump is alive and well.”

Jun 24, 2022

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