Congresswoman Sylvia Garcia Statement on the Tragic Death of Josseli Barnica

Houston, TX – Today, Congresswoman Sylvia R. Garcia (D-TX-29) issued the following statement based on ProPublica's recent reporting on the death of Josseli Barnica, a 28-year-old mother who lost her life in 2021 due to Texas' extreme abortion restrictions:

“The heartbreaking death of Josseli Barnica is a tragic reminder of how Texas’ extreme abortion restrictions put women’s lives at risk. These laws, pushed by Greg Abbott and his MAGA cronies, don’t just limit choices—they actively endanger Texans by delaying or denying them critical medical care.

"This is not healthcare; it’s a war on women’s rights and their lives. We must fight to repeal these dangerous policies and replace them with compassionate, common-sense laws that ensure women can access the care they need without fear or delay.”