Womack Votes for Life, H.R. 36

Statement

Congressman Steve Womack (AR-3) today released the following statement after the passage of the Pain-Capable Unborn Child Protection Act (H.R. 36), which generally prohibits the abortion of unborn children at 20 weeks after fertilization or later with certain exceptions:

"Unborn lives matter, and making sure our unborn that can feel pain are protected from abortion is long overdue. As a cosponsor, I applaud the passage of H.R. 36, which not only prohibits abortion after the 20th week of pregnancy -- the point at which fetuses feel pain -- but also provides compassionate care for mothers coping with traumatic, stressful, and emotional decisions about abortion. I will continue to support policies that protect life and human dignity."

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