WASHINGTON, DC – Representative Randy Neugebauer (R-TX) issued the following statement regarding his support for H.R. 358, the Protect Life Act. Under Obamacare, the federal government will subsidize health care plans that cover abortion.  This bill, introduced by Representative Joseph Pitts (R-PA), offers permanent pro-life protections and guarantees that no tax subsidies can be used for health plans that cover elective abortions. The House of Representatives passed H.R. 358 by a vote of 251-172 on October 13, 2011. Representative Neugebauer is a cosponsor of this legislation.

“I am honored to cosponsor this bill, which continues the fight for the unborn and gives further voice to those who cannot yet speak for themselves. H.R. 358 amends President Obama’s health care law to restrict taxpayer funding of elective abortions and ensures that conscience rights for health care providers are protected.

“While I support full repeal of Obamacare, this is a crucial step that must be taken immediately to protect the unborn. The sanctity of life should be promoted by the federal government, and I do not believe we should be using hard-earned taxpayer money for abortions. I will continue to support legislation that honors and preserves the rights of the unborn.”

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