Washington

Status of Abortion:

LEGAL

Washington law (WA RCW Chapter 9.02) mirrors the language of the Roe v. Wade decision. It makes abortion fully accessible through the first 24 weeks, and available even after that if the pregnancy has any possible negative impact on the mother’s health, including her mental health. Abortion is essentially completely legal up until birth.

Abolition History:

In 2019, State Rep. Matt Shea introduced the Abolition of Abortion in Washington Act.

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Executive Branch

Attorney General:

Bob Ferguson (D)

Legislative Calendar

Annual Regular Sessions begin in January and are limited to 105 days during odd-numbered years or 60 days during even-numbered years

Legislative Deadlines:

Deadlines will be posted as they become available


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Abolitionist Organizations

Abolish Abortion Washington

Abolitionist Churches

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