This ban, passed just last year in the Republican-held legislature, disrespects the autonomy of women and families who must make wrenching decisions about serious complications later in pregnancy.
The bills include another attempt to ban abortion outright, as well as efforts to ban certain books in schools and a proposal to criminalize homelessness.
Arizona Rep. Lorena Austin opened up about their lived experience as a queer person, and the potential discrimination students would face if SB 1001 were to become law.Â
Terán says thanks to her experience at the state capitol and the support of progressive groups like LUCHA, she is ready to work as a fierce advocate for her community in Congress.