Abortion Laws in Texas
Understanding Abortion Laws in Texas
Navigating reproductive health care can feel overwhelming, especially as laws and regulations vary widely from state to state. In Texas, a range of abortion-related policies are currently in effect. Whether you're looking for information for yourself or someone you care about, understanding the current legal landscape can help support empowered and informed decision-making.
Current Abortion Laws in Texas
Abortion is currently completely banned in Texas, with very limited exceptions, such as when the life of the pregnant individual is at risk. The following regulations are currently in effect:
- Mailing abortion pills is banned under Texas law.
Although abortion is not legal in Texas, there are still important steps you can take before traveling out of state. One of the most critical is scheduling a free and confidential ultrasound at one of our clinics. An ultrasound can confirm whether you have a viable pregnancy and determine how far along you are - key information that impacts what type of abortion procedure you may be eligible for in another state.
Abortion laws continue to change. As regulations evolve, we will update this page to reflect the most current information available.
Miscarriage Care Is Not Affected
It’s important to clarify that Texas’s abortion laws do not restrict access to miscarriage care. A miscarriage (spontaneous pregnancy loss) is not the same as an abortion, and medical care for miscarriage remains fully legal and available throughout the state.
Unfortunately, misinformation has led some to believe that emergency care for miscarriage is no longer accessible in states with abortion bans. This is not true and can be harmful. Miscarriages can present serious health risks, and hospitals in Texas are both legally permitted and equipped to provide appropriate medical care. If you or someone you know is experiencing a miscarriage, do not hesitate to seek emergency medical attention.
Empowered Consent
Understanding your rights and responsibilities under state law is a crucial part of empowered consent. Whether someone chooses to carry a pregnancy to term, explore adoption, or seek an abortion, access to clear, accurate information is essential.
Our clinics offer free and confidential services before abortion. These services are available to minors, and parental consent is not required. If you're considering your options, we are here to support you with facts, not pressure.
If you're not located near our clinics, we can also refer you to a free pregnancy clinic near you that can assist you as you navigate your next steps.
Schedule a Free Appointment
If you think you may be pregnant and want to understand your options, our pregnancy clinics across Texas are here to help - completely free and confidential. With convenient locations statewide, we offer pregnancy testing and ultrasounds to confirm pregnancy and determine eligibility for the abortion pill.
Our compassionate team is here to support you with facts, not pressure - so you can make an informed decision that’s right for you.
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