Illinois Reproductive Justice and Access Act
The Illinois' Reproductive Justice and Access Act (HB 5615) has been introduced in the Illinois House of Representatives. If it becomes law, this bill will ensure access to reproductive health care and services, which includes comprehensive sex education in Illinois.
The Act is gaining support in the Illinois legislature thanks to an organized and committed statewide campaign, which the Illinois Choice Action Team is part of. We realize that women and girls cannot realize their full potential without the freedom to control their reproductive health - which is why we're supporting this bill - and asking you to join us.
To view a list of the current bill sponsors, and check if your representative is one of them, click here.
To view the full text of the bill, click here.
To find out who your representative is, click here.
To keep the momentum going on this bill and to help it become law, we need your help. If your representative is already a co-sponsor please take a moment to thank them. But if your representative is not a co-sponsor, ask them to become one. You can find contact information for your representative here.
To help you, we've included sample text below for two letters; one to thank representatives who are already sponsors and one to ask those who are not already sponsors to become one. Feel free to write your own letter or use the text below.
Suggested Thank You Letter for Representatives Who Are Already Sponsors of the Reproductive Justice and Access Act (HB 5615)
As your constituent, I wanted to thank you for your sponsorship and support of House Bill 5615, the Reproductive Justice and Access Act. Your support shows your dedication to the women and girls of your district and Illinois.
I believe that all individuals should have appropriate and necessary access to the full range of reproductive services, including comprehensive sex education. I also believe that all individuals should have appropriate and necessary access to healthcare and services, including, but not limited to, prenatal care, adoption, contraceptive care (including timely access to emergency contraception), pregnancy termination, and screening and treatment for sexually transmitted infections. These things are especially important for the women and girls of Illinois to be able to realize their full potential.
Your support of this bill shows that you share these values. Thank you for your continued support of the Reproductive Justice and Access Act (HB 5615).
Suggested Request for Representatives Who Are Not Currently Sponsors of the Reproductive Justice and Access Act (HB 5615)
As your constituent, I am asking you to become a co-sponsor and supporter of House Bill 5615, the Reproductive Justice and Access Act.
This bill is necessary in order for the women and girls of Illinois to be able to realize their full potential. I believe that all individuals should have appropriate and necessary access to the full range of reproductive services, including comprehensive sex education. I also believe that all individuals should have appropriate and necessary access to healthcare and services, including, but not limited to, prenatal care, adoption, contraceptive care (including timely access to emergency contraception), pregnancy termination, and screening and treatment for sexually transmitted infections.
Please support this bill, HB 5615, to show the women and girls of your district and Illinois that you support them and recognize the importance of their lives. 