The citizens of Athens will now decide on November 8 if their city will gain additional abortion restrictions.
Pro-Life
Texas Abortion ‘Trigger’ Law Goes Into Effect August 25
The Supreme Court officially issued its judgment, overruling Roe vs. Wade.
Athens Council Certifies Initiative Signatures, Will Vote on Ordinance Outlawing Abortion
The ordinance would also allow for local government to enforce the penalties now that Roe v. Wade has been overturned.
President Biden Signs Executive Order to Protect Abortion
After weeks of pressure from Democrats to protect abortion rights, Biden signed an executive order safeguarding the murder of preborn children.
Texas GOP Legislative Priority: Abolish Abortion
Now that Roe has been overturned, the pro-life movement prepares to focus on supplemental efforts.
Could Abolishing the 10-Day Rule Be Texas’ Next Pro-life Victory?
Texas has made great strides for defending children in the womb, but legislators are failing many adults and children who are fighting for their lives in hospitals.
Texas Supreme Court Says State’s Abortion Ban Can Continue
The state’s highest civil court has temporarily blocked a Harris County Judge’s ban on enforcing pre-Roe abortion laws.
Beto O’Rourke Rallies for Abortion
In light of the overturning of Roe, gubernatorial candidate O’Rourke says he would overturn Texas laws protecting preborn children.
Dickson: Normangee Becomes 44th City in Texas to Outlaw Abortion
With the City of Normangee passing the ordinance, there are now only two cities in Leon County that have yet to outlaw abortion.
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Runoff Preview: Klick and Lowe Battle Over House District 91
Stephanie Klick and David Lowe compete to represent North Texas in the state House.