As a woman of Virginia who cares about other women, I am writing in support of enforcing strong regulations at all abortion centers.

Abortion center regulations are essential for the health and safety of Virginia women and must be maintained and enforced, not weakened.  The abortion industry has fought regulation for years, yet repeatedly independent inspectors find serious deficiencies, even during announced inspections. Abortion centers are not able to self-regulate. Furthermore, since abortion operates under the guise of healthcare, abortion centers must adhere to the regulatory standards of other healthcare facilities. Simply, Virginia women deserve nothing less.

Consider also that abortion centers predominantly operate in low-income areas of Virginia, and that a large proportion of their clients are women of color. Do women in poverty and women of color not matter enough to insist that abortion facilities in their communities be sanitary, safe, and prepared to provide expert care?

Please ensure the health and safety of all women by maintaining and enforcing the abortion center regulations. Thank you for your consideration.