Sam Brownback: “I will address directly one point, if the Senator does not object. I read from the CRS document May 19, 2003, on this…”

“I will address directly one point, if the Senator does not object. I read from the CRS document May 19, 2003, on this topic: In USAID-issued certification forms, organizations had to state that they would not engage in three types of activities with either USAID or non-USAID funds from the date they signed an agreement to receive FY2000 USAID population funds . . . : Perform abortions in a foreign country, except where the life of the mother would be endangered, or in cases of forcible rape or incest; Violate the laws of a foreign country concerning the circumstances under which abortion is permitted, regulated, or restricted; or Attempt to alter laws or governmental policies concerning circumstances under which abortion is permitted, regulated, or restricted. As I understand it, USAID is required by the Mexico City language, that in horrific difficulties and circumstances, such as the case the Senator discussed, individuals may work with organizations who provide abortions. But it is on a narrow set of circumstances because the American public does not agree with taxpayer funding of abortions overseas. I submit the report for the Record, and I yield the floor. If my colleague is prepared to yield back time, I am prepared to yield back time, too. The PRESIDING OFFICER. The Senator from California.”