Steve Largent: “Americans value many things, but no value is stronger, deeper or greater than the love that a father and mother have for…”

“Americans value many things, but no value is stronger, deeper or greater than the love that a father and mother have for their children. Mr. Speaker, no one loves their children more than their parents. Yet we see and hear more every day about how big government is coming between parents and children, about how government is stepping in without just cause and usurping parental rights. Mr. Speaker, my office and many other offices have heard from families across the Nation that are concerned, frustrated, and even angry over government undermining their authority, and many times we feel helpless. We often find ourselves asking, what can we do about it. Well, Mr. Speaker, today every Member of this House will have an opportunity to do something about it. Today, Mr. Speaker, parents from across the Nation will be watching our vote on the Child Custody Protection Act. The act is simple. It says that one cannot transport minors across State lines for abortions in order to avoid notifying their parents. These are deeply held beliefs, Mr. Speaker, and today as we vote on the Child Custody Protection Act, the parents of America will be watching.”