Last Friday, almost 500,000 folks gathered at the Capitol to remind us once again that all life is precious and that the unborn are guaranteed the right to life. While abortion has been allowed in this country for the past 37 years, Americans have made it crystal clear that they do not want their tax dollars being used to pay for it. For 34 years, the Hyde amendment has stopped Federal funds from being used to pay for abortion. The current bill passed by the Senate will erode this. This bill will change that longstanding law and allow for tax dollars to be used for abortion. Mr. Speaker, the American people do not want their money to be used to pay for abortions. As we continue to debate the health care bill, we must honor their wish.
On the recordJanuary 27, 2010
Editor's note · Context
The speaker addresses concerns about federal funding for abortion in health care legislation.
Share
More from Al Schmidt
Oct 25, 2021
No matter what our party affiliation, this is not okay. Let's be clear: this is domestic terrorism.
Jan 12, 2026
on our watch, we prosecuted parents, we prosecuted grandparents, we prosecuted ministers, and we prosecuted coaches. Mr. Speaker, the only evidence you have is what that child can testify to in front of a bunch of strangers in a jury box…
Nov 1, 2023
I am deeply grateful to Senator Klobuchar for introducing the Freedom to Vote Act and other proposed legislation that aims to help.
Jun 20, 2022
It has nothing to do with being a Republican at all. It has to do with whether you're willing to lie, for the former President, or not.





