Friday, July 6, 2007
Contact: Jessica Robinson, 573-751-0290
What Missourians are Saying About Gov. Blunt Protecting the Sanctity of Human Life
The following Missourians today voiced their support for House Bill 1055, legislation that enacts provisions to further protect the sanctity of human life.
"I have always had a passion for protecting our teenagers from coercion in the classroom from outside influences. I’m so pleased Governor Blunt is going to be signing this bill which will do that, and it is a great statement to have him come to St. Charles County, which is where the idea for that part of the legislation originated."
"I appreciate and commend Governor Matt Blunt for signing and enacting the provisions of House Bill 1055 passed by the Missouri Legislature. House Bill 1055 enacts three pro-life provisions that will greatly impact Missouri’s abortion industry. These three provisions will make a difference in our schools to the clinics and when women find themselves in crisis situations. Missouri Right to Life has worked to pass these important pieces of legislation for many years and it is most rewarding to see the fruits of our labor come to be signed into Missouri law. Thank you Governor for your support of and for signing House Bill 1055."
"The Missouri Alternatives to Abortion Services Program is an important program to the women we serve at LifeChoices. Many of the women we see feel overwhelming pressure to choose abortion due to circumstances, individuals, or difficulties in their lives. This bill will empower women to make an informed decision based on information instead of fear."
"Now that unlicensed abortion clinics must be licensed as ambulatory surgical centers, they will have to comply with the same commonsense health and safety regulations that other ambulatory surgical centers in the state have been following for years. If a woman has an abortion, she shouldn’t have to worry that she won’t get prompt emergency treatment in case something goes wrong. And state health officials will now be able to investigate problems in these abortion clinics when they get a complaint from the woman or her family."
"For years, lawmakers have been funding alternatives to abortion services on a year to year basis. Now, this program is made permanent. Also, the new law will allow pregnant women who are not sure where to get help to go to a one-stop shop internet Web site where they and their families can access information on alternatives to abortion services and agencies."
"It is an inherent conflict of interest to have abortion clinics teach school kids how to practice so-called ‘safe’ sex. Because when the school girls end up getting pregnant, the clinics can provide abortion as a back-up for a very hefty fee."
"The Alliance For Life-Missouri compliments Governor Blunt for signing into law House Bill 1055. This legislation will make a significant difference in the lives of all Missourians by increasing the medical responsibility of those doing abortions, eliminating abortion providers from teaching our youth about sexuality and providing medical, physical and emotional support to women choosing not to abort their children. Governor Blunt has consistently supported efforts to reduce abortions in Missouri, and his support and signing of this legislation is further evidence of his commitment to preserving the lives of the unborn."
"This is a great day for all pro-life Missourians. Today Governor Matt Blunt has signed House Bill 1055 into law after working diligently to support and encourage the Legislature to pass major pro-life policies. These new protections will save many lives while guaranteeing reasonable safety standards for women’s health and protect school children from the conflicts of interest of abortion providers.
"Missouri Family Network wants to thank members of both the Missouri House of Representatives and State Senate who have demonstrated such a high respect for the sanctity of life by passing House Bill 1055. As Governor Blunt takes the opportunity to sign House Bill 1055, Missouri law will provide a wall of protection for our school children who are targeted by abortion providers.
"Missouri families say "thank you", Governor Blunt, for your endorsement of life and your commitment to reducing abortions in Missouri."
"House Bill 1055 is lifegiving for all of us. It makes permanent the Alternatives to Abortion Program which provides services during pregnancy and for one year after the birth of the child including prenatal care, medical and mental health care, parenting skills, newborn and infant care, education services, housing, clothing, food, supplies related to pregnancy, newborn care and parenting and adoption assistance. House Bill 1055 also allows public schools to provide sex education that focus on abstinence. This is a bill that I am happy to support."
"We here at Concord Baptist Church have prayed, preached, worked, and gone to the polls so that the lives of precious little ones may be saved. This is legislation that we can celebrate. House Bill 1055 will result in fewer abortions in Missouri. It is a good fair law that makes sense. I am excited to host Governor Blunt as he signs this progressive piece of legislation."
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