H.R. 503 would undermine Roe v. Wade by recognizing for the first time in federal law a zygote, blastocyst, embryo, or fetus as a ``person,'' with rights equal to those of a woman. As a strong supporter of the Violence Against Women Act, I am concerned that the ``Unborn Victims of Violence Act'' does not ensure that programs aimed at taking action against domestic violence are fully funded.
Addressing concerns about H.R. 503 and its implications for women's rights and domestic violence funding.
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