


Gov. Abbott Signs Dangerous Judicial Bypass Bill Into Law
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE June 12, 2015 For media interviews, contact:= Tina Hester, (512) 450-4899 Susan Hays, (214) 557-4819 Governor Abbott Signs Onerous Judicial Bypass Bill Targeting Abused and Neglected Teens; Jane’s Due Process Considers Legal Action ...
Op Ed from our Executive Director, Tina Hester
Op Ed from our Executive Director, Tina Hester Sometime before the veto period ends on Father’s Day, Gov. Greg Abbott is almost certain to sign into law a bill affecting a minor’s ability to have an abortion without a parent’s permission. Abbott’s aides may...Effects of HB 3994
After hours of contentious debate each in the House and the Senate, House Bill 3994 was signed into law by Governor Greg Abbott on June 12, 2015. The law, which went into effect on January 1, 2016, makes the judicial bypass safety net inaccessible for most Texas...