Issue Position: Reproductive Rights & Women's Health

Issue Position

I support women's rights to the full range of reproductive health services, without restrictions. This includes access to safe, legal, and affordable abortions.
Parental Notification Act SB 1594 repeals the forced parental involvement law, which requires a healthcare provider to notify an adult family member(parent, legal guardian, grandparent, of step-parent living in the household) at least 48 hours prior to performing an abortion for a patient under 18. The law allows for a judicial bypass for those who cannot notify an adult family member. Decades of research and experience demonstrate that laws like this hurt young people and serve no valid purpose.
Advocate for universal paid parental leave so that women have sufficient time to heal and all parents have time to spend with their newborns without putting their families in economic jeopardy.
Support legislation protecting pregnant women from discrimination at work and in the hiring process.

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