Posted on 02/11/2009 6:25:46 PM PST by markomalley
The Missouri House is urging President Barack Obama and Congress to oppose any federal efforts to pre-empt some state abortion laws.
Federal legislation filed in the past, called the Freedom of Choice Act, could overrule many state-level restrictions on access to abortion.
The Missouri House approved 116-40 on Wednesday a nonbinding resolution opposing that. The measure states that Missouri regulations at risk could include bans on certain late-term abortions and mandatory parental consent for minors.
The House resolution does not go to the Senate or to the governor. A copy is to be sent to Obama, congressional leaders and Missouri's 11 members in Congress.
Supporters during a two-day floor debate said the states should be allowed to regulate abortion. Critics questioned the need for the resolution.
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