Rep. Rick Allen Votes to Protect LifeSupports Pain-Capable Unborn Child Protection Act
Washington,
May 13, 2015
U.S. Congressman Rick Allen (R-Ga.-12) today supported H.R. 36, the Pain-Capable Unborn Child Protection Act, which would prohibit abortions after 20 weeks of pregnancy. Research shows this is the point at which unborn children are capable of feeling pain. Allen, a cosponsor of the measure, released the following statement after the legislation passed the House: “We have a responsibility to defend innocent lives of the most vulnerable, and that’s exactly what the Pain-Capable Unborn Child Protection Act does. This bill protects unborn children from abortion after five months, the point at which they have the ability to experience pain. I will always fight for the right to life and am grateful the House approved this bill to stop painful late-term abortions, save lives, and give a voice to those who cannot speak for themselves.” |