Abortion Restrictions in Texas
WHAT ARE THE NEW ABORTION RESTRICTIONS IN TEXAS?
As of July 1st, 2022, all methods of abortion in Texas (telemedicine, abortion pill, suction abortion, and D&E abortions) are currently banned. Exceptions are made only in cases where the mother’s life or health is severely endangered by her pregnancy.
WHAT ARE THE CONSEQUENCES FOR GETTING AN ABORTION AFTER A HEARTBEAT IS DETECTED?
If a fetal heartbeat is detected and the abortion provider decides to move forward with the abortion, they are breaking the law and will face legal repercussions.
In addition, any individuals who knowingly assist the mother in getting an abortion can be held liable in a civil suit. Examples of this would be the medical staff assisting in performing the abortion, or friends or family members that help with covering the costs of the abortion.
ARE TELEMEDICINE ABORTIONS PERMITTED?
Under the new law, it is illegal to obtain abortion medications from anyone other than a medical provider, as it is required that you receive a sonogram in person by the physician prescribing the pills. This sonogram must be performed 24 hours before taking abortion medication.
WHAT IF I TAKE THE ABORTION PILL AND CHANGE MY MIND?
The abortion pill is actually a process of taking two different types of medication. If you have only taken the first pill, it is still possible to change your mind. Visit abortionpillreversal.com to learn more and get connected with professionals who can help you begin the abortion reversal process. The sooner you begin the reversal process, the greater your chances are of saving your pregnancy.
REFERENCES
Texas Health and Safety Code §170A.002, https://statutes.capitol.
CONFIDENTIAL ABORTION CONSULTATION – NO COST TO YOU
At your appointment, our staff will perform a pregnancy test and discuss all your options. Our medical staff will determine next steps, such as an ultrasound exam, and the best time to schedule that procedure. An ultrasound can confirm if you are carrying a viable pregnancy and can give you an estimate of pregnancy dating. This is valuable information regardless of which decision you make. The abortion procedure used and associated costs vary depending on duration of pregnancy.