Bexar County Commissioners Court passed a resolution aimed at limiting local enforcement of the state’s anti-abortion laws.
While the resolution is largely symbolic, it does outline directives for county staff, including the Bexar County Sheriff’s Office.
The “Individual Rights to Healthcare” resolution affirms “a woman’s right to choose and formally condemns any actions intended to restrict, abrogate or deny the liberties of Bexar County residents.” Additionally, the county called on law enforcement to join in the protection of Bexar County residents and their personal liberties, asking officials to deprioritize criminal enforcement of abortion-related crimes, except as required by law.“I just do not see the justice in prosecuting somebody for making such a decision that’s so personal to them. I don’t see the justice in prosecuting agencies and medical care providers that provide that assistance.
Lastly, the county stated its intent to prioritize legislation for the protection of reproductive rights in the county’s legislative agenda for the upcoming State of Texas legislative session that supports the rights of individuals to make private reproductive decisions.
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