Texas’ health department released new data showing that both total abortions and the number of infants born after failed abortions increased in 2019.
Two bills introduced by Republicans — one targeting infanticide and one limiting abortion after 20 weeks — were rejected by the U.S. Senate, failing to receive the 60 votes needed.
Downtown Austin was flooded with pro-life advocates on Saturday for the annual "Rally for Life," where U.S. Rep. Chip Roy and State Rep. Jeff Leach trumpeted pro-life policy advances.
In a strong election year for Texas Democrats, State Rep. Matt Rinaldi lost his bid for reelection in 2018. He will not run for the seat in 2020.
The GOP passed a bill protecting infant survivors of abortion with the support of 12 Democrats as the debate moves to the Senate.
