Posted on 05/12/2024 8:05:51 AM PDT by yesthatjallen
U.S. Sen. Katie Britt of Alabama introduced a bill today that would require child support throughout pregnancy and create a clearinghouse of adoption and anti-abortion pregnancy crisis centers to combat decreasing birth rates.
Britt introduced the More Opportunities for Moms to Succeed Act (MOMS Act) alongside co-sponsors Sen. Marco Rubio (R-Florida) and Sen. Kevin Cramer (R-N.D.). Britt said the bill is an effort to strengthen support for pregnant women and new moms.
“This legislation is further evidence that you can absolutely be pro-life, pro-woman, and pro-family at the same time,” Britt said. “The MOMS Act advances a comprehensive culture of life, grows and strengthens families, and ensures moms have the opportunities and resources needed so they and their children can thrive and live their American Dreams.”
The bill comes amid a decline in birth rates in the United States. Only 3.6 million babies were born in 2023, the lowest number since 1979, according to the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention.
In a press release, Britt said she introduced her bill to support pregnant women and moms to reverse that decline. One major component would require states to extend child support obligations during pregnancy.
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First, on reflection and after reading some smart post, I don’t think the Fed should be pushing this legislation; it wouldn’t be their role. That said, I guess the answer you’re looking for is that the father gains a voice in decisions made during pregnancy. If abortion is the decision, the hope is that it is arrived at by both parties involved, I don’t see the need for a refund because, in my POV, the support covers financial issues incurred during pregnancy as well as beyond if the child survives. I’m not calling for war against fathers, just responsible involvement in the child’s journey.
Your questions are among those that ought to be posed during debate before any official action, since they seem relevant.
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