[Congressional Record Volume 170, Number 39 (Tuesday, March 5, 2024)]
[Senate]
[Page S2209]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




              RECOGNIZING SOUTH CAROLINA CITIZENS FOR LIFE

 Mr. SCOTT of South Carolina. Mr. President, as the junior 
Senator from the great State of South Carolina, it is my pleasure to 
honor the legacy of South Carolina Citizens for Life, SCCL, as they 
celebrate their 50th jubilee anniversary. Formed in the wake of Roe v. 
Wade, SCCL's tireless work has been instrumental in saving hundreds of 
thousands of lives over the past five decades. Today, I ask my 
colleagues to join me in celebrating all they have done to create a 
culture of life in South Carolina and across the country.
  South Carolina Citizens for Life has an incredible record of 
successfully fighting to nurture life at every stage. Their efforts 
have championed a total of 16 pro-life measures that became law, 
including legislation which banned doctor prescribed suicide and the 
Parental Consent Act, which resulted in a 16 percent drop in abortions 
the year following its passage.
  Additionally, South Carolina Citizens for Life spreads awareness 
about the value of every human life through its booth at the South 
Carolina State Fair. As SCCL's largest educational resource, this booth 
has been instrumental in helping millions encounter the humanity of the 
unborn, many for the first time. For the past 45 years, fair volunteers 
have faithfully provided crucial information and resources, empowering 
vulnerable pregnant mothers to choose life.
  In 2022, South Carolina Citizens for Life rejoiced when the U.S. 
Supreme Court overturned Roe v. Wade, ushering in a new chapter for the 
pro-life movement. While they celebrated the lifesaving decision, SCCL 
continues to press forward, leading the Palmetto State in fighting 
abortion on demand and helping expectant women choose life. Whether 
they are fighting to pass the Human Life Protection Act or continuing 
to spread the pro-life message at our State fair, SCCL's unwavering 
commitment to the sanctity of life remains stronger than ever.
  Congratulations to SCCL on their 50th jubilee anniversary and for 
championing the unborn for half a century.

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