Texas SB257 amends abortion laws to include exceptions for pregnancies resulting from sexual assault and repeals certain statutes.

Texas SB257 modifies existing abortion laws by adding an exception for pregnancies resulting from sexual assault, as defined in the Penal Code. It also repeals specific statutes related to abortion. The bill ensures that certain sections do not apply to abortions performed under these exceptions. The changes take effect immediately if approved by a two-thirds vote in both legislative houses, otherwise, they will take effect on September 1, 2025.

Texas SB257 amends abortion laws to include exceptions for pregnancies resulting from sexual assault and repeals certain statutes.

Texas SB257 modifies existing abortion laws by adding an exception for pregnancies resulting from sexual assault, as defined in the Penal Code. It also repeals specific statutes related to abortion. The bill ensures that certain sections do not apply to abortions performed under these exceptions. The changes take effect immediately if approved by a two-thirds vote in both legislative houses, otherwise, they will take effect on September 1, 2025.