    [Public Papers of the Presidents of the United States: George W. Bush (2006, Book II)]
    [July 25, 2006]
    [Pages 1444-1445]
    [From the U.S. Government Publishing Office www.gpo.gov]

    Statement on Senate Passage of Legislation Concerning the Transportation
    of Minors Across State Lines
    July 25, 2006

        Transporting minors across State lines to bypass parental consent
    laws regarding abortion undermines State law and jeopardizes the lives
    of young women. To combat this dangerous practice, the Senate today
    passed the ``Child Custody Protection Act,'' which penalizes those who
    unlawfully attempt to circumvent parental notification requirements.
        I appreciate the Senate's efforts to preserve the integrity of State
    law and protect our Nation's families. I look forward to the House and
    Senate resolving their differences in conference and sending this
    legislation for my signature.

    Note: The statement referred to S. 403.

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