Texas Legislature Sends ‘Heartbeat’ Bill to Gov. Greg Abbott
14 May 2021
Gov. Greg Abbott (R) announced on Twitter Thursday the Texas legislature passed a bill that would outlaw abortions in the state once a fetal heartbeat is detected, generally at about six weeks gestation.
Abbott has said he will sign the bill into law.
The Texas Legislature PASSES the heartbeat bill.
It’s now on its way to my desk for signing.
The
Austin American-Statesmanreports the legislation “sailed to passage despite intense opposition from many Democrats.”
The state Senate approved the bill, 18-12, following its passage in the state House, 83-64, last week.