Why is SB5 this important? It is a sweeping abortion bill that Planned Parenthood President Cecile Richards states, “If this passes, abortion would be virtually banned in the state of Texas, and many women could be forced to resort to dangerous and unsafe measures.” (Source)
The bill's regulations and restrictions would most likely wind up closing all but 5 clinics in the state of Texas.
In a state so large, forcing women to travel to access legal procedures will decrease their ability to do so, especially with waiting periods in effect. Travel cost, time off work, and finding child care amplify the impact of the new regulations on women.
Additionally, the bill refers to many "scientific" findings that are not backed by medical professionals.
Senator Davis is reading analysis of the bill, the stories of women, and updated, medically approved science. You can watch a live stream of it here and join the thousands of people filling the capitol wearing orange.
Add your story to those Senator Davis is telling here, and help her to maintain the floor.
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Update (6/26/13 1:50am CDT): A vote occurred in the Senate after the filibuster was stopped on technicalities. However, the vote occurred after midnight, and is therefore not valid. However, because of how unclear things are, and an issue with the time stamp on the vote having been changed, the Senate has been called to a caucus behind closed doors. Cecile Richards, still at the capitol, just addressed the crowds telling them not to leave yet. We are still waiting.
Update (6/26/13 2:22am CDT): After the caucus, Senator Davis texted: "The Lieutenant Governor has agreed that SB-5 is dead." The official vote was recorded at 12:03. As Cecile Richards reminds us though, the fight isn't over, and has to continue.
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