Hundreds of people who had signed up to testify at a on yesterday didn鈥檛 get to speak. Committee Chairman Byron Cook closed testimony after 3 a.m. Friday.
The House Committee on State Affairs was considering legislation that would to meet the same standards as ambulatory surgical centers and. The committee didn't vote on the bills.
Many people took to social media to express their opinions and frustrations:
Byron cook was more than gracious with his time. Thank you
— Elbie (@leahfaye91)
cuz these state reps stayed until 345 am @ tx Capitol standing for life. @RepHughes @ScottTurnerTX
— Sarah O鈥橠riscoll (@SarahO_Driscoll)
The Texas Senate tightening restrictions on abortions. That bill didn鈥檛 include the ban after 20 weeks of pregnancy.
Lawmakers have until early next week to pass special session legislation.
