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Texas Senate Approves Abortion Bill Amid Healthcare Fears

5/8/2025

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Texas State Sen. Bryan Hughes has introduced Senate Bill 31, which clarifies medical exceptions for abortion in life-threatening situations, gaining unanimous Senate approval. However, the fate of Senate Bill 33, which seeks to restrict public funding for women seeking abortions, hangs in the balance, sparking fears over healthcare access and the safety of mothers.

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Texas State Sen. Bryan Hughes has introduced Senate Bill 31, which clarifies medical exceptions for abortion in life-threatening situations, gaining unanimous Senate approval. However, the fate of Senate Bill 33, which seeks to restrict public funding for women seeking abortions, hangs in the balance, sparking fears over healthcare access and the safety of mothers.