This second special session was called specifically by Governor Perry to attempt to pass SB5, which would effectively shut down all but five abortion clinics in the state of Texas. Although originally described as a bill to improve healthcare for women, there is no scientific or medical evidence that it would do so. This point was elaborated upon in detail by State Senator Wendy Davis in her now famous 13 hour filibuster.

Governor Perry has continued to ignore the voices of the women of Texas who value their individual freedom to make their own decisions regarding reproduction, as well as the voices of the many men who also support a woman's right to choose whether or not to carry a pregnancy to term.

In addition, this imposition of a second special session of the Legislature is fiscally irresponsible. It will cost the tax payers of Texas over $800,000.00,

We need our leaders to address the real issues facing Texas, rather than waste our time and resources on waging a war on women's rights.