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William F. Goodling: “Yes, we have. After a very lengthy negotiation we have reached a compromise which will both protect children in need of…”

On the recordSeptember 25, 1996
Yes, we have. After a very lengthy negotiation we have reached a compromise which will both protect children in need of medical intervention while ensuring that the first amendment rights of parents to practice their religion are not infringed upon. Under this bill, no parent or legal guardian is required to provide a child with medical service or treatment against their religious beliefs, nor is any State required to find, or prohibited from finding, abuse or neglect cases where the parent or guardian relied solely or partially upon spiritual means rather than medical treatment in accordance with their religious beliefs.
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William F. Goodling
Pennsylvania
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Discussing a compromise bill regarding medical treatment and religious rights for parents.

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