Abortion Ban in Amarillo, Texas
Residents in Amarillo, Texas want to ban even the use of city roads by people seeking abortion elsewhere, despite abortion being illegal statewide. Laws like this are legally dubious and hard to enforce, but are becoming more common in conservative areas since the federal right to abortion was overturned in 2022.
Key Points
- Residents in Amarillo want to ban the use of city roads by people seeking abortion elsewhere
- Similar laws are being passed in conservative areas after the federal right to abortion was overturned in 2022
Pros
- Supports the pro-life stance of the majority in Amarillo
- Reflects the anti-abortion beliefs of many residents
Cons
- Legally dubious and difficult to enforce
- Could impede on Americans' rights to free movement