See this from the Archdiocese of NY
Dear Pro-Life Coordinators and Friends,
The House of Representatives is expected to vote soon on a significant bill, the Protect Life Act (HR 358). This bill would amend the health care law passed in 2010 to ensure that no federal funds are used for elective abortions, that no insurance plan covering abortion receives federal funds, and that conscience protection laws are strengthened.
While there is no prospect that this bill would be considered by the Senate or signed by the President, it is an important statement of pro-life principles. The US Bishops strongly support the bill.
Please read the information below from the National Committee for a Human Life Amendment, and follow the link to their website to contact your Congressional representative.
Sincerely in Christ,
Edward T. Mechmann, Esq.
Assistant Director
Family Life/Respect Life Office
Archdiocese of New York
More details from the National Committee for a Human Life Amendment
October 7, 2011
Dear Friend,
It is now anticipated that during the week of October 11 the U.S. House of Representatives will vote on the Protect Life Act, H.R. 358. Congress will observe Columbus Day on Monday, October 10, but will be in session Tuesday and the remainder of the week.
Please click on the link below to send your Representative this suggested message: "During floor consideration, please vote for the Protect Life Act, H.R. 358, and oppose any hostile weakening amendments. This bill will amend the health care reform law to preserve longstanding federal policies on abortion and conscience rights."
(You will also be able to send a message to your two U.S. Senators, urging support and co-sponsorship of the companion bill in the Senate, S. 877.)
The health care reform bill, the Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act (PPACA), was signed into law in 2010. The Protect Life Act will bring PPACA into line with policies on abortion and conscience rights existing in other federal health programs. The Protect Life Act would:
- Ensure that all PPACA funds are covered by the policy of the longstanding Hyde Amendment (no funds for abortion except in cases of life endangerment or rape/incest).
- Prevent federal funds from subsidizing health plans that cover abortions beyond the Hyde exceptions, so that PPACA will follow the policy of other federal health insurance programs.
- Uphold rights of conscience related to abortion, ensuring that governmental entities receiving federal funds under PPACA will not discriminate against health care providers who decline involvement in abortion.
- Close a loophole in PPACA’s non-preemption clause, so that state laws restricting abortion or protecting conscience rights will not be preempted, and states will not be able to override PPACA's provisions ensuring that health plans without elective abortion are available in each state.
Please act today!
Thank you for all you do in support of life!
Sincerely,
Michael Taylor
Executive Director
I totally support the Protect Life Act. It will save America. All our problems stem from the attacks on our special and precious infants. Many only see the end result which is financial problems. Our Lady warned at Fatima that these errors would be spread. We must act and pray for the Protect Life Act
Posted by: Mary Devine | October 13, 2011 at 07:15 PM