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SB8: Whole Woman’s Health v. Jackson

Sep 3, 2021
Exploring the controversial SB8 law in Texas, allowing private individuals to sue abortion providers. Analyzing the Supreme Court decision and the implications for civil rights. Discussing the urgent need for support for abortion funds and advocacy groups to protect abortion rights.
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  • SB8 enables private citizens to sue for abortion facilitation, creating a bounty hunting system for lawsuits.
  • Texas law shifts enforcement to private individuals, evading legal challenges to restrict abortion rights.

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Texas Senate Bill 8 Restricts Abortion After Six Weeks

Texas passed Senate Bill 8, making abortion illegal after six weeks. Unique in setup, the law allows private citizens to sue those facilitating abortions, creating a bounty system for lawsuits. This led to most abortion providers in Texas halting services after six weeks.

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