Why did it take so long?

Survivors of sexual violence are charged nearly $4,000 in medical bills, on average, after seeking emergency care following an assault, according to a new study.

AUSTIN, Texas (AP) — When Texas' new abortion law made no exceptions in cases of rape, Republican Gov.

Some victims of sexual assault get charged for their emergency care, with bills over $3,500, even though federal law requires their forensic exams to be free.