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FOXX COMMENDS PASSAGE OF TWO IMPORTANT TRADITIONAL VALUES BILLS
Washington, DC,
September 26, 2006
Today, Congresswoman Virginia Foxx (NC-05) voted in favor of two bills that would protect traditional values by protecting the public expression of religion and safeguarding our nation’s children. The first bill, H.R. 2679, ensures every Amer
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Today, Congresswoman Virginia Foxx (NC-05) voted in favor of two bills that would protect traditional values by protecting the public expression of religion and safeguarding our nation’s children. The first bill, H.R. 2679, ensures every American’s right to defend religious symbols and expressions in the courtroom. The second bill, S. 403, prevents the transportation of minors across state lines for abortions in order to dodge parental notification requirements in the minor’s home state. Congresswoman Foxx was a cosponsor of H.R. 2679 and the original House version of S. 403. After the House passed these crucial pieces of legislation, Congresswoman Foxx elaborated on her support, stating: “It is high time that Congress recognizes our nation’s Judeo- Christian values and acts to protect the freedom of public expression of religion as given by the First Amendment of our Constitution. It is far too common for one individual to be ‘offended’ by some religious symbol or speech. H.R. 2679 will not only show support for the freedom of religious expression but will also ensure that each party in an Establishment Clause lawsuit shoulders its own court cost which enables our states and localities to have equal footing. As Ronald Reagan said, ‘if we ever forget that we’re one nation under God, then we will be a nation gone under.’ We must protect the freedom of religion as an important part of our nation’s rich heritage, and a cornerstone on which this nation was founded. H.R. 2679 is a good start.” Congresswoman Foxx continued, “We must protect the safety of our nation’s children. As a member of the Pro-Life caucus and as a mother and a grandmother, I am thankful that the House and Senate have worked together on this strong bill that makes it a federal offense to transport a minor across state lines for an abortion in order to dodge the parental notification requirements in the minor’s home state. In addition, strong provisions are included to punish those who manipulate and abuse young, vulnerable pregnant girls. We must uphold the rights of parents and the laws of our states especially when it comes to the safety of minors. I strongly urge the Senate to act swiftly and pass this essential legislation. “Life begins at conception and this is a strong step in the right direction to protecting not only our children, but the sanctity of life, a sacred gift from God. I am pleased with the Republican leadership and their stewardship of these bills. I look forward to working on similar legislation in the future.” ### |