February 25, 2025

Legislative Timeline: Now Updated!

The updated version of the Resound Research timeline of abortion and contraception policy in Texas is now available.

Legislative Timeline: Now Updated!

The Resound Research timeline of abortion and contraception legislation in Texas has now been updated to focus 2011-2024. Events include policy and legislation surrounding abortion, women’s health programs, the removal of Planned Parenthood from Medicaid, Thriving Texas Families, and more.

This timeline, supported by links to journalism and research on the policy changes, can serve as a resource as the 89th legislative session in Texas continues.

View the timeline here.

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