Texas

Abortion is subject to a NEAR-TOTAL BAN in Texas. Abortion is prohibited at virtually all stages of pregnancy, with only very narrow exceptions. Providers face criminal penalties for violations. Patients seeking care typically must travel out of state.

Texas has a near-total ban that applies from the moment of fertilization or implantation. Surgical and medication abortions are both prohibited except under the state's narrow medical exceptions.

Life of the pregnant person and prevention of substantial impairment of a major bodily function. Exceptions are narrowly defined. Physicians face criminal penalties and license revocation for violations.

Texas requires parental consent for minors seeking an abortion. A judicial bypass option is generally available for minors who cannot involve a parent.

Medication abortion access in Texas is restricted. Mifepristone or misoprostol may only be dispensed in a clinical setting, or may be prohibited entirely if the state's ban covers medication abortion. Telehealth abortion medication services are generally not available in states with near-total bans or early gestational limits.

Texas's SB 8 (2021) created a private civil enforcement mechanism. After Dobbs, Texas's trigger ban took full effect August 2022. The Texas Supreme Court rejected broader medical exceptions in LaNell Campbell v. State (2024). Women sued over emergency exceptions.

For the most current abortion laws in Texas, consult the official source at https://www.hhs.texas.gov/about/records-statistics/data-statistics/texas-induced-terminations-pregnancy-statistics. Given the rapid pace of legal changes, always verify current law with your healthcare provider or a licensed attorney before making decisions.