Political Quotes

“I strongly oppose H.R. 4691 and urge my colleagues who care about women's health, states' rights and the legislative process to vote against this measure. Not only is the underlying bill objectionable, but the House Republican Leadership has forced this bill to the floor without any committee consideration or the possibility for amendments. This bill puts the health and well-being of American families at risk by permitting any hospitals, health-insurance corporation or HMO to exempt itself from any federal, state, or local law that guarantees women access to abortion services. The language of this bill not only applies to the provision of legal abortion services, but also to the important responsibilities of counseling, payment and referral to other providers. Abortion is a legal medical procedure and women, regardless of whether their hospital or HMO provides actual abortion services, have a right to information about their medical options. My anti-choice colleagues will make many false claims today on the floor, but the reality is that the federal government is not forcing hospitals or doctors to perform abortions against their will, the American public does not support this type of legislation and this bill is not a mere 'clarification' of current law.”