Civil SocietyLocal NewsAustin Approves Contract to Assist Women Receiving Abortions
Daniel FriendJune 11, 2020
After approving a budget amendment last year, the Austin City Council is moving forward on a contract to support women seeking abortions.
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Civil SocietyEducationLocal NewsState SenateAustin ISD’s Controversial Sex Ed Curriculum Under Scrutiny for Copyright Violations
Daniel FriendFebruary 14, 2020
Months after approving a controversial sex education curriculum, new documents released by Texas Values show that Austin ISD violated copyright law in using the curriculum without approval from a Canadian abortion provider.
IssuesLocal NewsStatewide NewsAustin City Council Members Propose Budget Amendment to Fund Abortion Logistics
Daniel FriendAugust 20, 2019
In an attempt to circumvent a new state law banning local funding of abortion providers, Austin City Council members are attempting to fund groups that provide logistics for women seeking abortions.
86th LegislatureHealthcareLocal NewsTexas City Outlaws Abortion, Declares Itself a “Sanctuary City for the Unborn”
Tony GuajardoJune 13, 2019
The City of Waskom declared itself a "sanctuary city for the unborn" after the city council voted to outlaw abortion yesterday.
86th LegislatureIssuesState HouseState SenateHere’s Where Key Legislation Stands in the Final Week of Session
McKenzie DiLulloMay 20, 2019
As the end of the 86th Legislature fast approaches, The Texan takes a look at where key legislation stands before the House and Senate adjourn.