1. United States
2. Texas
3. Letter

I am writing to urge you to oppose Texas Senate Bill 2880, which represents a grave attack on both women’s rights and the First Amendment. This bill not only seeks to further restrict access to abortion in Texas but also places unprecedented legal and financial burdens on individuals and organizations who seek to assist women in exercising their reproductive rights. If passed, it would deepen inequalities in healthcare access, criminalize constitutionally protected speech, and set a dangerous precedent for government overreach. SB 2880 mirrors the problematic enforcement mechanism of SB 8 by deputizing private citizens to sue anyone who aids or facilitates an abortion, including those providing financial support, transportation, or even information. This places everyday Texans at risk of costly lawsuits simply for exercising compassion and support. Additionally, by criminalizing financial assistance for abortion access—even for services sought outside of Texas—SB 2880 attempts to extend state control beyond its borders, an overreach that is not only legally dubious but also deeply unethical. The impact of laws like SB 2880 disproportionately affects vulnerable communities, including low-income women, women of color, and those in rural areas, who already face significant barriers to healthcare access. By making it even more difficult for these individuals to seek reproductive care, Texas risks deepening systemic inequalities and forcing many into unsafe and desperate situations. Beyond restricting women’s bodily autonomy, this bill also threatens free speech by targeting those who provide information about abortion services. The First Amendment guarantees the right to share and receive information, yet SB 2880 seeks to punish individuals and organizations for merely discussing or facilitating legal medical procedures. This chilling effect on speech is unconstitutional and sets a dangerous precedent for government intrusion into private conversations and online discourse. Senator Menéndez, I urge you to stand against SB 2880 and defend the rights of Texans. The government should not interfere in personal medical decisions, nor should it attempt to suppress free speech through intimidation and legal threats. Your leadership is critical in ensuring that Texas does not continue down a path of criminalizing support and compassion for those in need. I ask you to publicly oppose SB 2880 and work to protect the rights and freedoms of all Texans. Thank you for your time and service. You are in the front lines and I deeply appreciate you standing up for the rights of your constituents. I hope you will take a strong stance against this harmful legislation.