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TX SJR20

Joint Resolution

Status

Introduced

11/12/2024

Primary Sponsor

Sarah Eckhardt

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Origin

Senate

89th Legislature Regular Session

AI Summary

  • Proposes adding Section 37 to Article I of the Texas Constitution to establish a right to personal reproductive autonomy for each individual residing in the state

  • Recognizes reproductive autonomy as central to an individual's liberty and dignity to determine their own life course

  • Prohibits the state from restricting or prohibiting reproductive autonomy unless justified by a compelling state interest achieved through the least restrictive means available

  • Requires the proposed constitutional amendment to be submitted to Texas voters at an election on November 4, 2025

Legislative Description

Proposing a constitutional amendment establishing an individual's right to personal reproductive autonomy.

Abortion

Last Action

Referred to State Affairs

2/3/2025

Committee Referrals

State Affairs2/3/2025

Full Bill Text

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