State Republicans ban abortion while Democrats work to expand reproductive rights … and everything else you need to know in the states

Welcome to the latest edition of the DLCC's newsletter, July 16th, 2023

1️⃣ Iowa: Republicans pass a six-week abortion ban In Iowa, Republicans voted to ban most abortions at six weeks of pregnancy – before many women know they're pregnant. The bill now heads to GOP Gov. Kim Reynolds for her signature → 2️⃣ North Carolina: Democratic Governor defends LGBTQ+ youth In North Carolina, Democratic Gov. Roy Cooper vetoed three extreme bills targeting LGBTQ+ youth. Republicans will likely use their ultra-thin supermajority in the legislature to override him → 3️⃣ Maine: Democrats protect reproductive rights In Maine, Democratic lawmakers passed a bill to expand abortion rights on the last full day in session this year. The bill now heads to Democratic Gov. Janet Mills for her signature → 4️⃣ Read: Virginia Spotlight Candidates Announced Ahead of this November's elections, Team DLCC has announced our 17 spotlight candidates. Find out more about these incredible candidates here → 🗳️ Special Elections: Democrats prepare for upcoming races Over the next two months, Democrats are facing a slew of special elections in states like New Hampshire, Tennessee, and Wisconsin, so we're calling on grassroots Dems to help power our candidates to victory →         Democratic Legislative Campaign Committee 1225 Eye Street NW Suite 1250, Washington, DC 20005 Not authorized by any candidate or candidate's committee. Contributions or gifts to the DLCC are not tax deductible. The Democratic Legislative Campaign Committee and Grassroots Victory PAC are dedicated to winning and defending Democratic majorities in state legislatures across the country. This message was sent to kmyers209.shamrock5@blogger.com because you are a part of our grassroots network. Emails are a crucial way to stay in touch with our supporters. Please add us to your address book or safe senders list to ensure timely election updates. We're fighting to elect Democrats and advance a progressive vision in the states. Our success depends on grassroots donors like you. Ninety-eight percent of our donors give less than $200, and two-thirds give less than $20. To make a contribution, please click here. To unsubscribe and stop receiving emails about our efforts, please click here.   Sent via ActionNetwork.org. To update your email address, change your name or address, or to stop receiving emails from Democratic Legislative Campaign Committee, please click here.