[Weekly Compilation of Presidential Documents Volume 41, Number 17 (Monday, May 2, 2005)]
[Page 681]
[Online from the Government Publishing Office, www.gpo.gov]

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Statement on House of Representatives Passage of the Proposed ``Child 
Interstate Abortion Notification Act''

April 27, 2005

    I commend the House for its bipartisan vote to protect the health 
and safety of minors by ensuring that State parental involvement laws 
are not circumvented. The parents of pregnant minors can provide 
counsel, guidance, and support to their children and should be involved 
in these decisions. I urge the Senate to pass this important legislation 
and help continue to build a culture of life in America.

Note: The statement referred to H.R. 748.