Texas Medical Board Releases Draft Guidance on Abortion Exceptions

The guidance aims to clarify emergency medical conditions that qualify for abortion exceptions under Texas law, amid physician confusion and legal challenges.

Texas Medical Board proposes draft guidance to clarify what constitutes emergency grounds for legal abortion, addressing widespread confusion among physicians.
The guidance, still under public review, outlines documentation requirements for physicians and emphasizes medical judgment without specifying conditions.
Critics argue the proposed rules add burdens on physicians and fail to adequately protect lifesaving care, while supporters claim it reinforces existing law.
Public and legal pressure mounts as individuals share personal stories of being denied abortions, highlighting the guidance's potential impact on patient care.
The board's decision, expected in June, follows calls for clarity after the U.S. Supreme Court overturned Roe v. Wade, leading to stricter abortion bans in Texas.