Every Georgian deserves the right to make private medical decisions free from political interference. Currently, state law bans most abortions after six weeks, long before many people know they are pregnant, and limits access to gender-affirming care. These restrictions disproportionately impact women, LGBTQ+ individuals, and rural or low-income residents. Georgia has one of the highest maternal mortality rates in the country, particularly among Black women, and insufficient access to reproductive and gender-affirming healthcare leaves residents vulnerable. Protecting bodily autonomy is essential for personal dignity, health, and economic stability. 

Aaron will work to repeal restrictive laws, expand healthcare access, and protect patients and providers from criminalization.

The Problem:

• High maternal mortality: Georgia’s maternal mortality rate is 26.2 per 100,000, higher than the national average, with disparities affecting Black women most.

• Insufficient preventive care: Rural and low-income areas lack clinics providing contraception and sexual health services.

• Restricted abortion access: Over 25% of women of reproductive age live in counties without abortion providers.

• Limited gender-affirming care: Access to hormone therapy or surgical care is severely limited, especially for youth and rural residents.
  

The Solution:

• Repeal restrictive abortion laws: Restore full reproductive rights in Georgia.

• Fund clinics and telehealth: Support reproductive and gender-affirming services statewide.

• Protect medical privacy: Strengthen laws preventing government interference in healthcare decisions.

• Expand school-based health services: Provide contraception, counseling, and sexual health education.

• Incentivize providers to serve underserved areas: Offer grants and loan repayment programs.