


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...
Senate passes HB 3994, makes judicial bypass inaccessible for most
PRESS RELEASE May 25, 2015 For media interviews, contact: Tina Hester, (512) 450-4899 Susan Hays, (214) 557-4819 Senate Approves Onerous Judicial Bypass Bill Targeting Abused and Neglected Teens; Jane’s Due Process considers legal action if signed by Governor...