Last week, the Arizona Republic ran two “Fact Checks” on statements made by Representative Terri Proud about the history of women supporting the pro-life movement.
In both cases, the Republic ignored the overwhelming evidence that Susan B. Anthony was a pro-life supporter and said Rep. Proud’s statements were not true. (more…)
On Tuesday, April 10, the Arizona House of Representatives passed HB 2036 by a vote of 37-22. HB 2036, called “The Mother’s Health and Safety Act”:
Over the course of the one-hour floor debate, several members gave very heartfelt speeches as they explained their votes. Here are a few of the highlights.
Governor Jan Brewer has signed HB 2036, which prohibits abortion after 20 weeks. The bill, sponsored by Representative Kimberly Yee and supported by Center for Arizona Policy (CAP), is a momentous victory for pro-life advocates in the state.
HB 2036, called “The Mother’s Health and Safety Act”:
“Today, I applaud and thank Gov. Brewer, Representative Kimberly Yee, Senator Nancy Barto and the many strong, pro-life men and women who led the effort to enact this much-needed law,” said Cathi Herrod, President of Center for Arizona Policy. “HB 2036 provides for the health needs of women considering an abortion, ensuring that women have all the information they need when making this life-changing decision. Abortion not only ends the life of a preborn child, but it also seriously endangers the health and safety of women.”
While 7 states have similar laws that prohibit abortion after 20 weeks of a pregnancy, Arizona is the first in the nation to do so because abortion at this late stage presents a much greater risk to maternal health.
In signing this bill, Gov. Brewer has continued her record as the “pro-life Governor.” Since taking office, Gov. Brewer has signed a number of bills that protect women and the preborn, including legislation that requires women have an in-person consultation with a doctor 24 hours before the abortion, prohibits non-doctors from performing abortions, and requires written, notarized parental consent before a minor can have an abortion.
Please take time to email Gov. Jan Brewer to thank her for being our pro-life Governor.
CAP-supported pro-life legislation needs YOUR help this week! The Mothers’ Health and Safety Act, HB 2036, sponsored by Representative Kimberly Yee will be heard on the Senate floor this week.
Planned Parenthood supporters have inundated legislators with attacks on this important legislation.
We need your help to counter these distortions with truth!
This bill:
Pro-life legislators need to hear from you! Even though this legislature has consistently voted pro-life, nothing can be taken for granted.
ACTION NEEDED:
Arizona has made immense progress recently to protect women and the preborn. Let’s keep the momentum going by showing our support for life this week!
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The Mother’s Health and Safety Act, HB 2838, was heard in the House Health and Human Services Committee last week.
One of the most powerful moments came when Representative Justin Pierce shared the story of his brother’s family, and how despite pressure from doctors, they chose life and now have a beautiful 3 year old son.
I’ll let Rep. Pierce tell the rest of this powerful story…