On the recordFebruary 24, 1994
Yesterday, I introduced legislation to reverse the HHS interpretation of the modified Hyde amendment by allowing, not requiring, States to use Medicaid funds to pay for abortions for poor women in cases of rape and incest, as well as to protect the life of the mother. The administration recently interpreted the Hyde amendment modification to require, rather than allow, States to use public funds to pay for abortions in cases of rape, incest, or danger to the mother's life. This policy change comes in conflict with the laws and constitutions of at least 36 States, including Arkansas. This policy change is an unfunded mandate and violates the administration's pledge to reduce unfunded mandates. This policy change violates State's rights by interpreting law where States generally have jurisdiction. I urge my colleagues to support this legislation.
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