LORI HOUGENS

On SCHIP reauthorization (HR 3162, Senate Finance Committee substitute to HR 976, other substitutes): (1) opposed rationing of Medicare through curtailing private fee-for-service option; (2) supported codification of regulation allowing states to cover "unborn child." Responded to inquiries on HR 1074 (Ryan-DeLauro); opposed language undermining SCHIP "unborn child" rule and certain other provisions. Technical discussion of HR 211 provisions. Opposed S. 3/HR 4 due to provisions imposing price controls (cont.) that would limit access to and discourage the development of innovative life-saving medicines.

On SCHIP reauthorization (HR 3162, Senate Finance Committee substitute to HR 976, other substitutes): (1) opposed rationing of Medicare through curtailing private fee-for-service option; (2) supported codification of regulation allowing states to cover "unborn child." Responded to inquiries on HR 1074 (Ryan-DeLauro); opposed language undermining SCHIP "unborn child" rule and certain other provisions. Technical discussion of HR 211 provisions. Opposed S. 3/HR 4 due to provisions imposing price controls (cont.) that would limit access to and discourage the development of innovative life-saving medicines.

Supproted HR 1088, Elizabeth Cady Stanton Pregnant and Parenting Students Act.

Supproted HR 1088, Elizabeth Cady Stanton Pregnant and Parenting Students Act.

Opposed proposals to place restrictions on communications to the public about events in Congress; supported Bennett Amendment to S. 1; opposed H.R. 2093 (Meeehan-Shays) and Meehan Amendment to H.R. 2316. Opposed proposals to amend H.R. 2316/S.1 to require reporting of donors/members. Opposed H.R. 984, "Executive Branch Reform Act," a proposal to require reporting into government database of communications from the public to political appointees. (continued) Supported Broadcaster Freedom Act (HR. 2905, S. 1742), and Pence Amendment to H.R. 2829, to prohibit enforcement of "Fairness Doctrine." Regarding Genetic Information Nondiscrimination Act (HR 493), supported revisions to prevent discrimination against unborn children and adoptive families. Supported HR 618. Responded to inquiries regarding HR 1094.

Opposed proposals to place restrictions on communications to the public about events in Congress; supported Bennett Amendment to S. 1; opposed H.R. 2093 (Meeehan-Shays) and Meehan Amendment to H.R. 2316. Opposed proposals to amend H.R. 2316/S.1 to require reporting of donors/members. Opposed H.R. 984, "Executive Branch Reform Act," a proposal to require reporting into government database of communications from the public to political appointees. (continued) Supported Broadcaster Freedom Act (HR. 2905, S. 1742), and Pence Amendment to H.R. 2829, to prohibit enforcement of "Fairness Doctrine." Regarding Genetic Information Nondiscrimination Act (HR 493), supported revisions to prevent discrimination against unborn children and adoptive families. Supported HR 618. Responded to inquiries regarding HR 1094.

Supported civil rights of medically dependent and disabled, and related legal principles. Opposed proposals to place restrictions on communications to the public about events in Congress; supported Bennett Amendment to S. 1; opposed H.R. 2093 (Meehan-Shays) and Meehan Amendment to H.R. 2316. Opposed proposals to amend H.R. 2316/S.1 to require reporting of donors/members. (continued) Opposed HR 984, "Executive Branch Reform Act," a proposal to require reporting into government database of communications from the public to political appointees. Supported Broadcaster Freedom Act (HR 2905, S. 1742), and Pence Amendment to H.R. 2829, to prohibit enforcement of "Fairness Doctrine." Offered technical comments regarding HR 170. Opposed HR 733 (DC budget autonomy) unless revised with Jordan Amendment to bar funding of abortion. Discussed constitutional implications of HR 1433/S. 1257, purporting to grant voting status to non-State federal enclave.

Supported civil rights of medically dependent and disabled, and related legal principles. Opposed proposals to place restrictions on communications to the public about events in Congress; supported Bennett Amendment to S. 1; opposed H.R. 2093 (Meehan-Shays) and Meehan Amendment to H.R. 2316. Opposed proposals to amend H.R. 2316/S.1 to require reporting of donors/members. (continued) Opposed HR 984, "Executive Branch Reform Act," a proposal to require reporting into government database of communications from the public to political appointees. Supported Broadcaster Freedom Act (HR 2905, S. 1742), and Pence Amendment to H.R. 2829, to prohibit enforcement of "Fairness Doctrine." Offered technical comments regarding HR 170. Opposed HR 733 (DC budget autonomy) unless revised with Jordan Amendment to bar funding of abortion. Discussed constitutional implications of HR 1433/S. 1257, purporting to grant voting status to non-State federal enclave.

Supported prohibition on funding of abortion by D.C. city government in HR 2829 (Financial Services Appropriations bill), and opposed HR 733, a bill that would nullify this limitation amendment, unless revised by adoption of Jordan Amendment to H.R. 733. Discussion of constitutional implications of HR 1433 and S. 1257 (granting voting status to non-State federal enclave).

Supported prohibition on funding of abortion by D.C. city government in HR 2829 (Financial Services Appropriations bill), and opposed HR 733, a bill that would nullify this limitation amendment, unless revised by adoption of Jordan Amendment to H.R. 733. Discussion of constitutional implications of HR 1433 and S. 1257 (granting voting status to non-State federal enclave).

Opposed bills to promote research that requires killing human embryos (HR 3, S. 5, S. 51). Opposed legislation to promote human clone-and-kill policy (HR 2560, S. 812). Support ban on human cloning (S. 1036, HR 2564). Supported bills to promote ethical forms of stem cell research (HR 322, HR 2807), and executive order to promote such research. Commented on draft language of S. 30; no objection to S. 30. Supported HR 1457 (post-abortion depression) and proposal to add comparable provisions to HR 20.

Opposed bills to promote research that requires killing human embryos (HR 3, S. 5, S. 51). Opposed legislation to promote human clone-and-kill policy (HR 2560, S. 812). Supported ban on human cloning (S. 1036, HR 2564). Supported bills to promote ethical forms of stem cell research (HR 322, HR 2807), and executive order to promote such research. Commented on draft language of S. 30; no objection to S. 30. Supported HR 1457 (post-abortion depression) and proposal to add comparable provisions to HR 20.

Opposed bills to promote research that requires killing human embryos (HR 3, S. 5, S. 51). Opposed legislation to promote human clone-and-kill policy (HR 2560, S. 812). Support ban on human cloning (S. 1036, HR 2564). Supported bills to promote ethical forms of stem cell research (HR 322, HR 2807), and executive order to promote such research. Commented on draft language of S. 30; no objection to S. 30. Supported HR 1457 (post-abortion depression) and proposal to add comparable provisions to HR 20.

Opposed bills to promote research that requires killing human embryos (HR 3, S. 5, S. 51). Opposed legislation to promote human clone-and-kill policy (HR 2560, S. 812). Supported ban on human cloning (S. 1036, HR 2564). Supported bills to promote ethical forms of stem cell research (HR 322, HR 2807), and executive order to promote such research. Commented on draft language of S. 30; no objection to S. 30. Supported HR 1457 (post-abortion depression) and proposal to add comparable provisions to HR 20.

Supported civil rights of medically dependent and disabled, and related legal principles. Opposed proposals to place restrictions on communications to the public about events in Congress; supported Bennett Amendment to S. 1; opposed H.R. 2093 (Meehan-Shays) and Meehan Amendment to H.R. 2316. Opposed proposals to amend H.R. 2316/S.1 to require reporting of donors/members. (continued) Opposed HR 984, "Executive Branch Reform Act," a proposal to require reporting into government database of communications from the public to political appointees. Supported Broadcaster Freedom Act (HR 2905, S. 1742), and Pence Amendment to H.R. 2829, to prohibit enforcement of "Fairness Doctrine." Offered technical comments regarding HR 170. Opposed HR 733 (DC budget autonomy) unless revised with Jordan Amendment to bar funding of abortion. Discussed constitutional implications of HR 1433/S. 1257, purporting to grant voting status to non-State federal enclave.

Supported civil rights of medically dependent and disabled, and related legal principles. Opposed proposals to place restrictions on communications to the public about events in Congress; supported Bennett Amendment to S. 1; opposed H.R. 2093 (Meehan-Shays) and Meehan Amendment to H.R. 2316. Opposed proposals to amend H.R. 2316/S.1 to require reporting of donors/members. (continued) Opposed HR 984, "Executive Branch Reform Act," a proposal to require reporting into government database of communications from the public to political appointees. Supported Broadcaster Freedom Act (HR 2905, S. 1742), and Pence Amendment to H.R. 2829, to prohibit enforcement of "Fairness Doctrine." Offered technical comments regarding HR 170. Opposed HR 733 (DC budget autonomy) unless revised with Jordan Amendment to bar funding of abortion. Discussed constitutional implications of HR 1433/S. 1257, purporting to grant voting status to non-State federal enclave.

legislation consistent with Supreme Court ruling in Gonzales v. Carhart. Supported HR 457 (to promote research into post-abortion depression, etc.), and supported proposal to add comparable provisions to HR 20. Supported HR 223 (Informed Choice Act), and advised re: formulation of additional ultrasound-related legislation. Supported HR 1063 (Child Interstate Abortion Notification Act), S. 356 and HR 3442 (Unborn Child Pain Awareness Act). Supported S. 350 (Abortion Non-Discrimination Act). Supported S. 351 (Title X reform). Supported veto and sustaining of veto of any bill that weakens any existing pro-life policy. Opposed S. 1173, HR 1964 ("Freedom of Choice Act"). Advised re: abortion-related (cont.)

legislation consistent with Supreme Court ruling in Gonzales v. Carhart. Supported HR 457 (to promote research into post-abortion depression, etc.), and supported proposal to add comparable provisions to HR 20. Supported HR 223 (Informed Choice Act), and advised re: formulation of additional ultrasound-related legislation. Supported HR 1063 (Child Interstate Abortion Notification Act), S. 356 and HR 3442 (Unborn Child Pain Awareness Act). Supported S. 350 (Abortion Non-Discrimination Act). Supported S. 351 (Title X reform). Supported veto and sustaining of veto of any bill that weakens any existing pro-life policy. Opposed S. 1173, HR 1964 ("Freedom of Choice Act"). Advised re: abortion-related (cont.)

Opposed bills to promote research that requires killing human embryos (HR 3, S. 5, S. 51). Opposed legislation to promote human clone-and-kill policy (HR 2560, S. 812). Support ban on human cloning (S. 1036, HR 2564). Supported bills to promote ethical forms of stem cell research (HR 322, HR 2807), and executive order to promote such research. Commented on draft language of S. 30; no objection to S. 30. Supported HR 1457 (post-abortion depression) and proposal to add comparable provisions to HR 20.

legislation consistent with Supreme Court ruling in Gonzales v. Carhart. Supported HR 457 (to promote research into post-abortion depression, etc.), and supported proposal to add comparable provisions to HR 20. Supported HR 223 (Informed Choice Act), and advised re: formulation of additional ultrasound-related legislation. Supported HR 1063 (Child Interstate Abortion Notification Act), S. 356 and HR 3442 (Unborn Child Pain Awareness Act). Supported S. 350 (Abortion Non-Discrimination Act). Supported S. 351 (Title X reform). Supported veto and sustaining of veto of any bill that weakens any existing pro-life policy. Opposed S. 1173, HR 1964 ("Freedom of Choice Act"). Advised re: abortion-related (cont.)

legislation consistent with Supreme Court ruling in Gonzales v. Carhart. Supported HR 457 (to promote research into post-abortion depression, etc.), and supported proposal to add comparable provisions to HR 20. Supported HR 223 (Informed Choice Act), and advised re: formulation of additional ultrasound-related legislation. Supported HR 1063 (Child Interstate Abortion Notification Act), S. 356 and HR 3442 (Unborn Child Pain Awareness Act). Supported S. 350 (Abortion Non-Discrimination Act). Supported S. 351 (Title X reform). Supported veto and sustaining of veto of any bill that weakens any existing pro-life policy. Opposed S. 1173, HR 1964 ("Freedom of Choice Act"). Advised re: abortion-related (cont.)

Opposed bills to promote research that requires killing human embryos (HR 3, S. 5, S. 51). Opposed legislation to promote human clone-and-kill policy (HR 2560, S. 812). Support ban on human cloning (S. 1036, HR 2564). Supported bills to promote ethical forms of stem cell research (HR 322, HR 2807), and executive order to promote such research. Commented on draft language of S. 30; no objection to S. 30. Supported HR 1457 (post-abortion depression) and proposal to add comparable provisions to HR 20.

Opposed bills to promote research that requires killing human embryos (HR 3, S. 5, S. 51). Opposed legislation to promote human clone-and-kill policy (HR 2560, S. 812). Supported ban on human cloning (S. 1036, HR 2564). Supported bills to promote ethical forms of stem cell research (HR 322, HR 2807), and executive order to promote such research. Commented on draft language of S. 30; no objection to S. 30. Supported HR 1457 (post-abortion depression) and proposal to add comparable provisions to HR 20.

Opposed bills to promote research that requires killing human embryos (HR 3, S. 5, S. 51). Opposed legislation to promote human clone-and-kill policy (HR 2560, S. 812). Supported ban on human cloning (S. 1036, HR 2564). Supported bills to promote ethical forms of stem cell research (HR 322, HR 2807), and executive order to promote such research. Commented on draft language of S. 30; no objection to S. 30. Supported HR 1457 (post-abortion depression) and proposal to add comparable provisions to HR 20.

Opposed proposals to place restrictions on communications to the public about events in Congress; supported Bennett Amendment to S. 1; opposed H.R. 2093 (Meeehan-Shays) and Meehan Amendment to H.R. 2316. Opposed proposals to amend H.R. 2316/S.1 to require reporting of donors/members. Opposed H.R. 984, "Executive Branch Reform Act," a proposal to require reporting into government database of communications from the public to political appointees. (continued) Supported Broadcaster Freedom Act (HR. 2905, S. 1742), and Pence Amendment to H.R. 2829, to prohibit enforcement of "Fairness Doctrine." Regarding Genetic Information Nondiscrimination Act (HR 493), supported revisions to prevent discrimination against unborn children and adoptive families. Supported HR 618. Responded to inquiries regarding HR 1094.

Supported civil rights of medically dependent and disabled, and related legal principles. Opposed proposals to place restrictions on communications to the public about events in Congress; supported Bennett Amendment to S. 1; opposed H.R. 2093 (Meehan-Shays) and Meehan Amendment to H.R. 2316. Opposed proposals to amend H.R. 2316/S.1 to require reporting of donors/members. (continued) Opposed HR 984, "Executive Branch Reform Act," a proposal to require reporting into government database of communications from the public to political appointees. Supported Broadcaster Freedom Act (HR 2905, S. 1742), and Pence Amendment to H.R. 2829, to prohibit enforcement of "Fairness Doctrine." Offered technical comments regarding HR 170. Opposed HR 733 (DC budget autonomy) unless revised with Jordan Amendment to bar funding of abortion. Discussed constitutional implications of HR 1433/S. 1257, purporting to grant voting status to non-State federal enclave.

Supported civil rights of medically dependent and disabled, and related legal principles. Opposed proposals to place restrictions on communications to the public about events in Congress; supported Bennett Amendment to S. 1; opposed H.R. 2093 (Meehan-Shays) and Meehan Amendment to H.R. 2316. Opposed proposals to amend H.R. 2316/S.1 to require reporting of donors/members. (continued) Opposed HR 984, "Executive Branch Reform Act," a proposal to require reporting into government database of communications from the public to political appointees. Supported Broadcaster Freedom Act (HR 2905, S. 1742), and Pence Amendment to H.R. 2829, to prohibit enforcement of "Fairness Doctrine." Offered technical comments regarding HR 170. Opposed HR 733 (DC budget autonomy) unless revised with Jordan Amendment to bar funding of abortion. Discussed constitutional implications of HR 1433/S. 1257, purporting to grant voting status to non-State federal enclave.

Opposed proposals to place restrictions on communications to the public about events in Congress; supported Bennett Amendment to S. 1; opposed H.R. 2093 (Meeehan-Shays) and Meehan Amendment to H.R. 2316. Opposed proposals to amend H.R. 2316/S.1 to require reporting of donors/members. Opposed H.R. 984, "Executive Branch Reform Act," a proposal to require reporting into government database of communications from the public to political appointees. (continued) Supported Broadcaster Freedom Act (HR. 2905, S. 1742), and Pence Amendment to H.R. 2829, to prohibit enforcement of "Fairness Doctrine." Regarding Genetic Information Nondiscrimination Act (HR 493), supported revisions to prevent discrimination against unborn children and adoptive families. Supported HR 618. Responded to inquiries regarding HR 1094.

On SCHIP reauthorization (HR 3162, Senate Finance Committee substitute to HR 976, other substitutes): (1) opposed rationing of Medicare through curtailing private fee-for-service option; (2) supported codification of regulation allowing states to cover "unborn child." Responded to inquiries on HR 1074 (Ryan-DeLauro); opposed language undermining SCHIP "unborn child" rule and certain other provisions. Technical discussion of HR 211 provisions. Opposed S. 3/HR 4 due to provisions imposing price controls (cont.) that would limit access to and discourage the development of innovative life-saving medicines.

On SCHIP reauthorization (HR 3162, Senate Finance Committee substitute to HR 976, other substitutes): (1) opposed rationing of Medicare through curtailing private fee-for-service option; (2) supported codification of regulation allowing states to cover "unborn child." Responded to inquiries on HR 1074 (Ryan-DeLauro); opposed language undermining SCHIP "unborn child" rule and certain other provisions. Technical discussion of HR 211 provisions. Opposed S. 3/HR 4 due to provisions imposing price controls (cont.) that would limit access to and discourage the development of innovative life-saving medicines.

legislation consistent with Supreme Court ruling in Gonzales v. Carhart. Supported HR 457 (to promote research into post-abortion depression, etc.), and supported proposal to add comparable provisions to HR 20. Supported HR 223 (Informed Choice Act), and advised re: formulation of additional ultrasound-related legislation. Supported HR 1063 (Child Interstate Abortion Notification Act), S. 356 and HR 3442 (Unborn Child Pain Awareness Act). Supported S. 350 (Abortion Non-Discrimination Act). Supported S. 351 (Title X reform). Supported veto and sustaining of veto of any bill that weakens any existing pro-life policy. Opposed S. 1173, HR 1964 ("Freedom of Choice Act"). Advised re: abortion-related (cont.)

legislation consistent with Supreme Court ruling in Gonzales v. Carhart. Supported HR 457 (to promote research into post-abortion depression, etc.), and supported proposal to add comparable provisions to HR 20. Supported HR 223 (Informed Choice Act), and advised re: formulation of additional ultrasound-related legislation. Supported HR 1063 (Child Interstate Abortion Notification Act), S. 356 and HR 3442 (Unborn Child Pain Awareness Act). Supported S. 350 (Abortion Non-Discrimination Act). Supported S. 351 (Title X reform). Supported veto and sustaining of veto of any bill that weakens any existing pro-life policy. Opposed S. 1173, HR 1964 ("Freedom of Choice Act"). Advised re: abortion-related (cont.)

Supported civil rights of medically dependent and disabled, and related legal principles. Opposed proposals to place restrictions on communications to the public about events in Congress; supported Bennett Amendment to S. 1; opposed H.R. 2093 (Meehan-Shays) and Meehan Amendment to H.R. 2316. Opposed proposals to amend H.R. 2316/S.1 to require reporting of donors/members. (continued) Opposed HR 984, "Executive Branch Reform Act," a proposal to require reporting into government database of communications from the public to political appointees. Supported Broadcaster Freedom Act (HR 2905, S. 1742), and Pence Amendment to H.R. 2829, to prohibit enforcement of "Fairness Doctrine." Offered technical comments regarding HR 170. Opposed HR 733 (DC budget autonomy) unless revised with Jordan Amendment to bar funding of abortion. Discussed constitutional implications of HR 1433/S. 1257, purporting to grant voting status to non-State federal enclave.

Opposed proposals to place restrictions on communications to the public about events in Congress; supported Bennett Amendment to S. 1; opposed H.R. 2093 (Meeehan-Shays) and Meehan Amendment to H.R. 2316. Opposed proposals to amend H.R. 2316/S.1 to require reporting of donors/members. Opposed H.R. 984, "Executive Branch Reform Act," a proposal to require reporting into government database of communications from the public to political appointees. (continued) Supported Broadcaster Freedom Act (HR. 2905, S. 1742), and Pence Amendment to H.R. 2829, to prohibit enforcement of "Fairness Doctrine." Regarding Genetic Information Nondiscrimination Act (HR 493), supported revisions to prevent discrimination against unborn children and adoptive families. Supported HR 618. Responded to inquiries regarding HR 1094.

Opposed proposals to place restrictions on communications to the public about events in Congress; supported Bennett Amendment to S. 1; opposed H.R. 2093 (Meeehan-Shays) and Meehan Amendment to H.R. 2316. Opposed proposals to amend H.R. 2316/S.1 to require reporting of donors/members. Opposed H.R. 984, "Executive Branch Reform Act," a proposal to require reporting into government database of communications from the public to political appointees. (continued) Supported Broadcaster Freedom Act (HR. 2905, S. 1742), and Pence Amendment to H.R. 2829, to prohibit enforcement of "Fairness Doctrine." Regarding Genetic Information Nondiscrimination Act (HR 493), supported revisions to prevent discrimination against unborn children and adoptive families. Supported HR 618. Responded to inquiries regarding HR 1094.

Supported civil rights of medically dependent and disabled, and related legal principles. Opposed proposals to place restrictions on communications to the public about events in Congress; supported Bennett Amendment to S. 1; opposed H.R. 2093 (Meehan-Shays) and Meehan Amendment to H.R. 2316. Opposed proposals to amend H.R. 2316/S.1 to require reporting of donors/members. (continued) Opposed HR 984, "Executive Branch Reform Act," a proposal to require reporting into government database of communications from the public to political appointees. Supported Broadcaster Freedom Act (HR 2905, S. 1742), and Pence Amendment to H.R. 2829, to prohibit enforcement of "Fairness Doctrine." Offered technical comments regarding HR 170. Opposed HR 733 (DC budget autonomy) unless revised with Jordan Amendment to bar funding of abortion. Discussed constitutional implications of HR 1433/S. 1257, purporting to grant voting status to non-State federal enclave.

Opposed bills to promote research that requires killing human embryos (HR 3, S. 5, S. 51). Opposed legislation to promote human clone-and-kill policy (HR 2560, S. 812). Supported ban on human cloning (S. 1036, HR 2564). Supported bills to promote ethical forms of stem cell research (HR 322, HR 2807), and executive order to promote such research. Commented on draft language of S. 30; no objection to S. 30. Supported HR 1457 (post-abortion depression) and proposal to add comparable provisions to HR 20.

Opposed bills to promote research that requires killing human embryos (HR 3, S. 5, S. 51). Opposed legislation to promote human clone-and-kill policy (HR 2560, S. 812). Supported ban on human cloning (S. 1036, HR 2564). Supported bills to promote ethical forms of stem cell research (HR 322, HR 2807), and executive order to promote such research. Commented on draft language of S. 30; no objection to S. 30. Supported HR 1457 (post-abortion depression) and proposal to add comparable provisions to HR 20.

Opposed bills to promote research that requires killing human embryos (HR 3, S. 5, S. 51). Opposed legislation to promote human clone-and-kill policy (HR 2560, S. 812). Support ban on human cloning (S. 1036, HR 2564). Supported bills to promote ethical forms of stem cell research (HR 322, HR 2807), and executive order to promote such research. Commented on draft language of S. 30; no objection to S. 30. Supported HR 1457 (post-abortion depression) and proposal to add comparable provisions to HR 20.

Opposed bills to promote research that requires killing human embryos (HR 3, S. 5, S. 51). Opposed legislation to promote human clone-and-kill policy (HR 2560, S. 812). Support ban on human cloning (S. 1036, HR 2564). Supported bills to promote ethical forms of stem cell research (HR 322, HR 2807), and executive order to promote such research. Commented on draft language of S. 30; no objection to S. 30. Supported HR 1457 (post-abortion depression) and proposal to add comparable provisions to HR 20.

Opposed bills to promote research that requires killing human embryos (HR 3, S. 5, S. 51). Opposed legislation to promote human clone-and-kill policy (HR 2560, S. 812). Support ban on human cloning (S. 1036, HR 2564). Supported bills to promote ethical forms of stem cell research (HR 322, HR 2807), and executive order to promote such research. Commented on draft language of S. 30; no objection to S. 30. Supported HR 1457 (post-abortion depression) and proposal to add comparable provisions to HR 20.

Opposed bills to promote research that requires killing human embryos (HR 3, S. 5, S. 51). Opposed legislation to promote human clone-and-kill policy (HR 2560, S. 812). Support ban on human cloning (S. 1036, HR 2564). Supported bills to promote ethical forms of stem cell research (HR 322, HR 2807), and executive order to promote such research. Commented on draft language of S. 30; no objection to S. 30. Supported HR 1457 (post-abortion depression) and proposal to add comparable provisions to HR 20.

Opposed bills to promote research that requires killing human embryos (HR 3, S. 5, S. 51). Opposed legislation to promote human clone-and-kill policy (HR 2560, S. 812). Supported ban on human cloning (S. 1036, HR 2564). Supported bills to promote ethical forms of stem cell research (HR 322, HR 2807), and executive order to promote such research. Commented on draft language of S. 30; no objection to S. 30. Supported HR 1457 (post-abortion depression) and proposal to add comparable provisions to HR 20.

Opposed bills to promote research that requires killing human embryos (HR 3, S. 5, S. 51). Opposed legislation to promote human clone-and-kill policy (HR 2560, S. 812). Supported ban on human cloning (S. 1036, HR 2564). Supported bills to promote ethical forms of stem cell research (HR 322, HR 2807), and executive order to promote such research. Commented on draft language of S. 30; no objection to S. 30. Supported HR 1457 (post-abortion depression) and proposal to add comparable provisions to HR 20.

Rees as asst. secretary of State. Opposed ratification of Convention for the Elimination of All Forms of Discrimination Against Women (CEDAW), and H Res 101 (endorsing such ratification). Opposed Lowey language to HR 2764 to gut "Mexico City Policy," and supported Smith-Stupak Amendment to remove this language; opposed Leahy language in HR 2764 to gut "Mexico City Policy" and Kemp-Kasten anti-coercion law. Opposed HR 2604 (to gut Kemp-Kasten law and fund the UNFPA). Endorsement of G.J. (cont.)

Rees as asst. secretary of State. Opposed ratification of Convention for the Elimination of All Forms of Discrimination Against Women (CEDAW), and H Res 101 (endorsing such ratification). Opposed Lowey language to HR 2764 to gut "Mexico City Policy," and supported Smith-Stupak Amendment to remove this language; opposed Leahy language in HR 2764 to gut "Mexico City Policy" and Kemp-Kasten anti-coercion law. Opposed HR 2604 (to gut Kemp-Kasten law and fund the UNFPA). Endorsement of G.J. (cont.)

Opposed bills to promote research that requires killing human embryos (HR 3, S. 5, S. 51). Opposed legislation to promote human clone-and-kill policy (HR 2560, S. 812). Support ban on human cloning (S. 1036, HR 2564). Supported bills to promote ethical forms of stem cell research (HR 322, HR 2807), and executive order to promote such research. Commented on draft language of S. 30; no objection to S. 30. Supported HR 1457 (post-abortion depression) and proposal to add comparable provisions to HR 20.

Opposed bills to promote research that requires killing human embryos (HR 3, S. 5, S. 51). Opposed legislation to promote human clone-and-kill policy (HR 2560, S. 812). Supported ban on human cloning (S. 1036, HR 2564). Supported bills to promote ethical forms of stem cell research (HR 322, HR 2807), and executive order to promote such research. Commented on draft language of S. 30; no objection to S. 30. Supported HR 1457 (post-abortion depression) and proposal to add comparable provisions to HR 20.

Opposed bills to promote research that requires killing human embryos (HR 3, S. 5, S. 51). Opposed legislation to promote human clone-and-kill policy (HR 2560, S. 812). Support ban on human cloning (S. 1036, HR 2564). Supported bills to promote ethical forms of stem cell research (HR 322, HR 2807), and executive order to promote such research. Commented on draft language of S. 30; no objection to S. 30. Supported HR 1457 (post-abortion depression) and proposal to add comparable provisions to HR 20.

Opposed bills to promote research that requires killing human embryos (HR 3, S. 5, S. 51). Opposed legislation to promote human clone-and-kill policy (HR 2560, S. 812). Supported ban on human cloning (S. 1036, HR 2564). Supported bills to promote ethical forms of stem cell research (HR 322, HR 2807), and executive order to promote such research. Commented on draft language of S. 30; no objection to S. 30. Supported HR 1457 (post-abortion depression) and proposal to add comparable provisions to HR 20.

Opposed proposals to place restrictions on communications to the public about events in Congress; supported Bennett Amendment to S. 1; opposed H.R. 2093 (Meeehan-Shays) and Meehan Amendment to H.R. 2316. Opposed proposals to amend H.R. 2316/S.1 to require reporting of donors/members. Opposed H.R. 984, "Executive Branch Reform Act," a proposal to require reporting into government database of communications from the public to political appointees. (continued) Supported Broadcaster Freedom Act (HR. 2905, S. 1742), and Pence Amendment to H.R. 2829, to prohibit enforcement of "Fairness Doctrine." Regarding Genetic Information Nondiscrimination Act (HR 493), supported revisions to prevent discrimination against unborn children and adoptive families. Supported HR 618. Responded to inquiries regarding HR 1094.

Opposed proposals to place restrictions on communications to the public about events in Congress; supported Bennett Amendment to S. 1; opposed H.R. 2093 (Meeehan-Shays) and Meehan Amendment to H.R. 2316. Opposed proposals to amend H.R. 2316/S.1 to require reporting of donors/members. Opposed H.R. 984, "Executive Branch Reform Act," a proposal to require reporting into government database of communications from the public to political appointees. (continued) Supported Broadcaster Freedom Act (HR. 2905, S. 1742), and Pence Amendment to H.R. 2829, to prohibit enforcement of "Fairness Doctrine." Regarding Genetic Information Nondiscrimination Act (HR 493), supported revisions to prevent discrimination against unborn children and adoptive families. Supported HR 618. Responded to inquiries regarding HR 1094.

Supported civil rights of medically dependent and disabled, and related legal principles. Opposed proposals to place restrictions on communications to the public about events in Congress; supported Bennett Amendment to S. 1; opposed H.R. 2093 (Meehan-Shays) and Meehan Amendment to H.R. 2316. Opposed proposals to amend H.R. 2316/S.1 to require reporting of donors/members. (continued) Opposed HR 984, "Executive Branch Reform Act," a proposal to require reporting into government database of communications from the public to political appointees. Supported Broadcaster Freedom Act (HR 2905, S. 1742), and Pence Amendment to H.R. 2829, to prohibit enforcement of "Fairness Doctrine." Offered technical comments regarding HR 170. Opposed HR 733 (DC budget autonomy) unless revised with Jordan Amendment to bar funding of abortion. Discussed constitutional implications of HR 1433/S. 1257, purporting to grant voting status to non-State federal enclave.

Supported civil rights of medically dependent and disabled, and related legal principles. Opposed proposals to place restrictions on communications to the public about events in Congress; supported Bennett Amendment to S. 1; opposed H.R. 2093 (Meehan-Shays) and Meehan Amendment to H.R. 2316. Opposed proposals to amend H.R. 2316/S.1 to require reporting of donors/members. (continued) Opposed HR 984, "Executive Branch Reform Act," a proposal to require reporting into government database of communications from the public to political appointees. Supported Broadcaster Freedom Act (HR 2905, S. 1742), and Pence Amendment to H.R. 2829, to prohibit enforcement of "Fairness Doctrine." Offered technical comments regarding HR 170. Opposed HR 733 (DC budget autonomy) unless revised with Jordan Amendment to bar funding of abortion. Discussed constitutional implications of HR 1433/S. 1257, purporting to grant voting status to non-State federal enclave.

Opposed bills to promote research that requires killing human embryos (HR 3, S. 5, S. 51). Opposed legislation to promote human clone-and-kill policy (HR 2560, S. 812). Support ban on human cloning (S. 1036, HR 2564). Supported bills to promote ethical forms of stem cell research (HR 322, HR 2807), and executive order to promote such research. Commented on draft language of S. 30; no objection to S. 30. Supported HR 1457 (post-abortion depression) and proposal to add comparable provisions to HR 20.

Opposed bills to promote research that requires killing human embryos (HR 3, S. 5, S. 51). Opposed legislation to promote human clone-and-kill policy (HR 2560, S. 812). Support ban on human cloning (S. 1036, HR 2564). Supported bills to promote ethical forms of stem cell research (HR 322, HR 2807), and executive order to promote such research. Commented on draft language of S. 30; no objection to S. 30. Supported HR 1457 (post-abortion depression) and proposal to add comparable provisions to HR 20.

Opposed bills to promote research that requires killing human embryos (HR 3, S. 5, S. 51). Opposed legislation to promote human clone-and-kill policy (HR 2560, S. 812). Supported ban on human cloning (S. 1036, HR 2564). Supported bills to promote ethical forms of stem cell research (HR 322, HR 2807), and executive order to promote such research. Commented on draft language of S. 30; no objection to S. 30. Supported HR 1457 (post-abortion depression) and proposal to add comparable provisions to HR 20.

Opposed bills to promote research that requires killing human embryos (HR 3, S. 5, S. 51). Opposed legislation to promote human clone-and-kill policy (HR 2560, S. 812). Supported ban on human cloning (S. 1036, HR 2564). Supported bills to promote ethical forms of stem cell research (HR 322, HR 2807), and executive order to promote such research. Commented on draft language of S. 30; no objection to S. 30. Supported HR 1457 (post-abortion depression) and proposal to add comparable provisions to HR 20.

Opposed bills to promote research that requires killing human embryos (HR 3, S. 5, S. 51). Opposed legislation to promote human clone-and-kill policy (HR 2560, S. 812). Supported ban on human cloning (S. 1036, HR 2564). Supported bills to promote ethical forms of stem cell research (HR 322, HR 2807), and executive order to promote such research. Commented on draft language of S. 30; no objection to S. 30. Supported HR 1457 (post-abortion depression) and proposal to add comparable provisions to HR 20.

Opposed bills to promote research that requires killing human embryos (HR 3, S. 5, S. 51). Opposed legislation to promote human clone-and-kill policy (HR 2560, S. 812). Support ban on human cloning (S. 1036, HR 2564). Supported bills to promote ethical forms of stem cell research (HR 322, HR 2807), and executive order to promote such research. Commented on draft language of S. 30; no objection to S. 30. Supported HR 1457 (post-abortion depression) and proposal to add comparable provisions to HR 20.

Opposed bills to promote research that requires killing human embryos (HR 3, S. 5, S. 51). Opposed legislation to promote human clone-and-kill policy (HR 2560, S. 812). Support ban on human cloning (S. 1036, HR 2564). Supported bills to promote ethical forms of stem cell research (HR 322, HR 2807), and executive order to promote such research. Commented on draft language of S. 30; no objection to S. 30. Supported HR 1457 (post-abortion depression) and proposal to add comparable provisions to HR 20.

Opposed bills to promote research that requires killing human embryos (HR 3, S. 5, S. 51). Opposed legislation to promote human clone-and-kill policy (HR 2560, S. 812). Supported ban on human cloning (S. 1036, HR 2564). Supported bills to promote ethical forms of stem cell research (HR 322, HR 2807), and executive order to promote such research. Commented on draft language of S. 30; no objection to S. 30. Supported HR 1457 (post-abortion depression) and proposal to add comparable provisions to HR 20.

legislation consistent with Supreme Court ruling in Gonzales v. Carhart. Supported HR 457 (to promote research into post-abortion depression, etc.), and supported proposal to add comparable provisions to HR 20. Supported HR 223 (Informed Choice Act), and advised re: formulation of additional ultrasound-related legislation. Supported HR 1063 (Child Interstate Abortion Notification Act), S. 356 and HR 3442 (Unborn Child Pain Awareness Act). Supported S. 350 (Abortion Non-Discrimination Act). Supported S. 351 (Title X reform). Supported veto and sustaining of veto of any bill that weakens any existing pro-life policy. Opposed S. 1173, HR 1964 ("Freedom of Choice Act"). Advised re: abortion-related (cont.)

legislation consistent with Supreme Court ruling in Gonzales v. Carhart. Supported HR 457 (to promote research into post-abortion depression, etc.), and supported proposal to add comparable provisions to HR 20. Supported HR 223 (Informed Choice Act), and advised re: formulation of additional ultrasound-related legislation. Supported HR 1063 (Child Interstate Abortion Notification Act), S. 356 and HR 3442 (Unborn Child Pain Awareness Act). Supported S. 350 (Abortion Non-Discrimination Act). Supported S. 351 (Title X reform). Supported veto and sustaining of veto of any bill that weakens any existing pro-life policy. Opposed S. 1173, HR 1964 ("Freedom of Choice Act"). Advised re: abortion-related (cont.)

On SCHIP reauthorization (HR 3162, Senate Finance Committee substitute to HR 976, other substitutes), opposed rationing of Medicare through curtailing private fee-for-service option. Opposed HR 4/S.5 due to provisions imposing price controls that would limit access to and discourage the development of innovative life-saving medicines.

On SCHIP reauthorization (HR 3162, Senate Finance Committee substitute to HR 976, other substitutes), opposed rationing of Medicare through curtailing private fee-for-service option. Opposed HR 4/S.5 due to provisions imposing price controls that would limit access to and discourage the development of innovative life-saving medicines.

On SCHIP reauthorization (HR 3162, Senate Finance Committee substitute to HR 976, other substitutes): (1) opposed rationing of Medicare through curtailing private fee-for-service option; (2) supported codification of regulation allowing states to cover "unborn child." Responded to inquiries on HR 1074 (Ryan-DeLauro); opposed language undermining SCHIP "unborn child" rule and certain other provisions. Technical discussion of HR 211 provisions. Opposed S. 3/HR 4 due to provisions imposing price controls (cont.) that would limit access to and discourage the development of innovative life-saving medicines.

On SCHIP reauthorization (HR 3162, Senate Finance Committee substitute to HR 976, other substitutes): (1) opposed rationing of Medicare through curtailing private fee-for-service option; (2) supported codification of regulation allowing states to cover "unborn child." Responded to inquiries on HR 1074 (Ryan-DeLauro); opposed language undermining SCHIP "unborn child" rule and certain other provisions. Technical discussion of HR 211 provisions. Opposed S. 3/HR 4 due to provisions imposing price controls (cont.) that would limit access to and discourage the development of innovative life-saving medicines.

legislation consistent with Supreme Court ruling in Gonzales v. Carhart. Supported HR 457 (to promote research into post-abortion depression, etc.), and supported proposal to add comparable provisions to HR 20. Supported HR 223 (Informed Choice Act), and advised re: formulation of additional ultrasound-related legislation. Supported HR 1063 (Child Interstate Abortion Notification Act), S. 356 and HR 3442 (Unborn Child Pain Awareness Act). Supported S. 350 (Abortion Non-Discrimination Act). Supported S. 351 (Title X reform). Supported veto and sustaining of veto of any bill that weakens any existing pro-life policy. Opposed S. 1173, HR 1964 ("Freedom of Choice Act"). Advised re: abortion-related (cont.)

legislation consistent with Supreme Court ruling in Gonzales v. Carhart. Supported HR 457 (to promote research into post-abortion depression, etc.), and supported proposal to add comparable provisions to HR 20. Supported HR 223 (Informed Choice Act), and advised re: formulation of additional ultrasound-related legislation. Supported HR 1063 (Child Interstate Abortion Notification Act), S. 356 and HR 3442 (Unborn Child Pain Awareness Act). Supported S. 350 (Abortion Non-Discrimination Act). Supported S. 351 (Title X reform). Supported veto and sustaining of veto of any bill that weakens any existing pro-life policy. Opposed S. 1173, HR 1964 ("Freedom of Choice Act"). Advised re: abortion-related (cont.)

Supported S. 561, HR 471 (Adoption Tax Relief Guarantee Act). Responded to inquiry re: tax deduction status of abortion.

Supported S. 561, HR 471 (Adoption Tax Relief Guarantee Act). Responded to inquiry re: tax deduction status of abortion.

Opposed proposals to place restrictions on communications to the public about events in Congress; supported Bennett Amendment to S. 1; opposed H.R. 2093 (Meeehan-Shays) and Meehan Amendment to H.R. 2316. Opposed proposals to amend H.R. 2316/S.1 to require reporting of donors/members. Opposed H.R. 984, "Executive Branch Reform Act," a proposal to require reporting into government database of communications from the public to political appointees. (continued) Supported Broadcaster Freedom Act (HR. 2905, S. 1742), and Pence Amendment to H.R. 2829, to prohibit enforcement of "Fairness Doctrine." Regarding Genetic Information Nondiscrimination Act (HR 493), supported revisions to prevent discrimination against unborn children and adoptive families. Supported HR 618. Responded to inquiries regarding HR 1094.

Opposed proposals to place restrictions on communications to the public about events in Congress; supported Bennett Amendment to S. 1; opposed H.R. 2093 (Meeehan-Shays) and Meehan Amendment to H.R. 2316. Opposed proposals to amend H.R. 2316/S.1 to require reporting of donors/members. Opposed H.R. 984, "Executive Branch Reform Act," a proposal to require reporting into government database of communications from the public to political appointees. (continued) Supported Broadcaster Freedom Act (HR. 2905, S. 1742), and Pence Amendment to H.R. 2829, to prohibit enforcement of "Fairness Doctrine." Regarding Genetic Information Nondiscrimination Act (HR 493), supported revisions to prevent discrimination against unborn children and adoptive families. Supported HR 618. Responded to inquiries regarding HR 1094.

Supported civil rights of medically dependent and disabled, and related legal principles. Opposed proposals to place restrictions on communications to the public about events in Congress; supported Bennett Amendment to S. 1; opposed H.R. 2093 (Meehan-Shays) and Meehan Amendment to H.R. 2316. Opposed proposals to amend H.R. 2316/S.1 to require reporting of donors/members. (continued) Opposed HR 984, "Executive Branch Reform Act," a proposal to require reporting into government database of communications from the public to political appointees. Supported Broadcaster Freedom Act (HR 2905, S. 1742), and Pence Amendment to H.R. 2829, to prohibit enforcement of "Fairness Doctrine." Offered technical comments regarding HR 170. Opposed HR 733 (DC budget autonomy) unless revised with Jordan Amendment to bar funding of abortion. Discussed constitutional implications of HR 1433/S. 1257, purporting to grant voting status to non-State federal enclave.

Supported prohibition on funding of abortion by D.C. city government in HR 2829 (Financial Services Appropriations bill), and opposed HR 733, a bill that would nullify this limitation amendment, unless revised by adoption of Jordan Amendment to H.R. 733. Discussion of constitutional implications of HR 1433 and S. 1257 (granting voting status to non-State federal enclave).

Supported prohibition on funding of abortion by D.C. city government in HR 2829 (Financial Services Appropriations bill), and opposed HR 733, a bill that would nullify this limitation amendment, unless revised by adoption of Jordan Amendment to H.R. 733. Discussion of constitutional implications of HR 1433 and S. 1257 (granting voting status to non-State federal enclave).

Supported civil rights of medically dependent and disabled, and related legal principles. Opposed proposals to place restrictions on communications to the public about events in Congress; supported Bennett Amendment to S. 1; opposed H.R. 2093 (Meehan-Shays) and Meehan Amendment to H.R. 2316. Opposed proposals to amend H.R. 2316/S.1 to require reporting of donors/members. (continued) Opposed HR 984, "Executive Branch Reform Act," a proposal to require reporting into government database of communications from the public to political appointees. Supported Broadcaster Freedom Act (HR 2905, S. 1742), and Pence Amendment to H.R. 2829, to prohibit enforcement of "Fairness Doctrine." Offered technical comments regarding HR 170. Opposed HR 733 (DC budget autonomy) unless revised with Jordan Amendment to bar funding of abortion. Discussed constitutional implications of HR 1433/S. 1257, purporting to grant voting status to non-State federal enclave.

Opposed proposals to place restrictions on communications to the public about events in Congress; supported Bennett Amendment to S. 1; opposed H.R. 2093 (Meeehan-Shays) and Meehan Amendment to H.R. 2316. Opposed proposals to amend H.R. 2316/S.1 to require reporting of donors/members. Opposed H.R. 984, "Executive Branch Reform Act," a proposal to require reporting into government database of communications from the public to political appointees. (continued) Supported Broadcaster Freedom Act (HR. 2905, S. 1742), and Pence Amendment to H.R. 2829, to prohibit enforcement of "Fairness Doctrine." Regarding Genetic Information Nondiscrimination Act (HR 493), supported revisions to prevent discrimination against unborn children and adoptive families. Supported HR 618. Responded to inquiries regarding HR 1094.

Supported civil rights of medically dependent and disabled, and related legal principles. Opposed proposals to place restrictions on communications to the public about events in Congress; supported Bennett Amendment to S. 1; opposed H.R. 2093 (Meehan-Shays) and Meehan Amendment to H.R. 2316. Opposed proposals to amend H.R. 2316/S.1 to require reporting of donors/members. (continued) Opposed HR 984, "Executive Branch Reform Act," a proposal to require reporting into government database of communications from the public to political appointees. Supported Broadcaster Freedom Act (HR 2905, S. 1742), and Pence Amendment to H.R. 2829, to prohibit enforcement of "Fairness Doctrine." Offered technical comments regarding HR 170. Opposed HR 733 (DC budget autonomy) unless revised with Jordan Amendment to bar funding of abortion. Discussed constitutional implications of HR 1433/S. 1257, purporting to grant voting status to non-State federal enclave.

Supported civil rights of medically dependent and disabled, and related legal principles. Opposed proposals to place restrictions on communications to the public about events in Congress; supported Bennett Amendment to S. 1; opposed H.R. 2093 (Meehan-Shays) and Meehan Amendment to H.R. 2316. Opposed proposals to amend H.R. 2316/S.1 to require reporting of donors/members. (continued) Opposed HR 984, "Executive Branch Reform Act," a proposal to require reporting into government database of communications from the public to political appointees. Supported Broadcaster Freedom Act (HR 2905, S. 1742), and Pence Amendment to H.R. 2829, to prohibit enforcement of "Fairness Doctrine." Offered technical comments regarding HR 170. Opposed HR 733 (DC budget autonomy) unless revised with Jordan Amendment to bar funding of abortion. Discussed constitutional implications of HR 1433/S. 1257, purporting to grant voting status to non-State federal enclave.

Opposed proposals to place restrictions on communications to the public about events in Congress; supported Bennett Amendment to S. 1; opposed H.R. 2093 (Meeehan-Shays) and Meehan Amendment to H.R. 2316. Opposed proposals to amend H.R. 2316/S.1 to require reporting of donors/members. Opposed H.R. 984, "Executive Branch Reform Act," a proposal to require reporting into government database of communications from the public to political appointees. (continued) Supported Broadcaster Freedom Act (HR. 2905, S. 1742), and Pence Amendment to H.R. 2829, to prohibit enforcement of "Fairness Doctrine." Regarding Genetic Information Nondiscrimination Act (HR 493), supported revisions to prevent discrimination against unborn children and adoptive families. Supported HR 618. Responded to inquiries regarding HR 1094.

Rees as asst. secretary of State. Opposed ratification of Convention for the Elimination of All Forms of Discrimination Against Women (CEDAW), and H Res 101 (endorsing such ratification). Opposed Lowey language to HR 2764 to gut "Mexico City Policy," and supported Smith-Stupak Amendment to remove this language; opposed Leahy language in HR 2764 to gut "Mexico City Policy" and Kemp-Kasten anti-coercion law. Opposed HR 2604 (to gut Kemp-Kasten law and fund the UNFPA). Endorsement of G.J. (cont.)

Rees as asst. secretary of State. Opposed ratification of Convention for the Elimination of All Forms of Discrimination Against Women (CEDAW), and H Res 101 (endorsing such ratification). Opposed Lowey language to HR 2764 to gut "Mexico City Policy," and supported Smith-Stupak Amendment to remove this language; opposed Leahy language in HR 2764 to gut "Mexico City Policy" and Kemp-Kasten anti-coercion law. Opposed HR 2604 (to gut Kemp-Kasten law and fund the UNFPA). Endorsement of G.J. (cont.)

Opposed bills to promote research that requires killing human embryos (HR 3, S. 5, S. 51). Opposed legislation to promote human clone-and-kill policy (HR 2560, S. 812). Supported ban on human cloning (S. 1036, HR 2564). Supported bills to promote ethical forms of stem cell research (HR 322, HR 2807), and executive order to promote such research. Commented on draft language of S. 30; no objection to S. 30. Supported HR 1457 (post-abortion depression) and proposal to add comparable provisions to HR 20.

Opposed bills to promote research that requires killing human embryos (HR 3, S. 5, S. 51). Opposed legislation to promote human clone-and-kill policy (HR 2560, S. 812). Support ban on human cloning (S. 1036, HR 2564). Supported bills to promote ethical forms of stem cell research (HR 322, HR 2807), and executive order to promote such research. Commented on draft language of S. 30; no objection to S. 30. Supported HR 1457 (post-abortion depression) and proposal to add comparable provisions to HR 20.

Opposed bills to promote research that requires killing human embryos (HR 3, S. 5, S. 51). Opposed legislation to promote human clone-and-kill policy (HR 2560, S. 812). Support ban on human cloning (S. 1036, HR 2564). Supported bills to promote ethical forms of stem cell research (HR 322, HR 2807), and executive order to promote such research. Commented on draft language of S. 30; no objection to S. 30. Supported HR 1457 (post-abortion depression) and proposal to add comparable provisions to HR 20.

Opposed bills to promote research that requires killing human embryos (HR 3, S. 5, S. 51). Opposed legislation to promote human clone-and-kill policy (HR 2560, S. 812). Supported ban on human cloning (S. 1036, HR 2564). Supported bills to promote ethical forms of stem cell research (HR 322, HR 2807), and executive order to promote such research. Commented on draft language of S. 30; no objection to S. 30. Supported HR 1457 (post-abortion depression) and proposal to add comparable provisions to HR 20.

legislation consistent with Supreme Court ruling in Gonzales v. Carhart. Supported HR 457 (to promote research into post-abortion depression, etc.), and supported proposal to add comparable provisions to HR 20. Supported HR 223 (Informed Choice Act), and advised re: formulation of additional ultrasound-related legislation. Supported HR 1063 (Child Interstate Abortion Notification Act), S. 356 and HR 3442 (Unborn Child Pain Awareness Act). Supported S. 350 (Abortion Non-Discrimination Act). Supported S. 351 (Title X reform). Supported veto and sustaining of veto of any bill that weakens any existing pro-life policy. Opposed S. 1173, HR 1964 ("Freedom of Choice Act"). Advised re: abortion-related (cont.)

legislation consistent with Supreme Court ruling in Gonzales v. Carhart. Supported HR 457 (to promote research into post-abortion depression, etc.), and supported proposal to add comparable provisions to HR 20. Supported HR 223 (Informed Choice Act), and advised re: formulation of additional ultrasound-related legislation. Supported HR 1063 (Child Interstate Abortion Notification Act), S. 356 and HR 3442 (Unborn Child Pain Awareness Act). Supported S. 350 (Abortion Non-Discrimination Act). Supported S. 351 (Title X reform). Supported veto and sustaining of veto of any bill that weakens any existing pro-life policy. Opposed S. 1173, HR 1964 ("Freedom of Choice Act"). Advised re: abortion-related (cont.)

Supported prohibition on funding of abortion by D.C. city government in HR 2829 (Financial Services Appropriations bill), and opposed HR 733, a bill that would nullify this limitation amendment, unless revised by adoption of Jordan Amendment to H.R. 733. Discussion of constitutional implications of HR 1433 and S. 1257 (granting voting status to non-State federal enclave).

Supported civil rights of medically dependent and disabled, and related legal principles. Opposed proposals to place restrictions on communications to the public about events in Congress; supported Bennett Amendment to S. 1; opposed H.R. 2093 (Meehan-Shays) and Meehan Amendment to H.R. 2316. Opposed proposals to amend H.R. 2316/S.1 to require reporting of donors/members. (continued) Opposed HR 984, "Executive Branch Reform Act," a proposal to require reporting into government database of communications from the public to political appointees. Supported Broadcaster Freedom Act (HR 2905, S. 1742), and Pence Amendment to H.R. 2829, to prohibit enforcement of "Fairness Doctrine." Offered technical comments regarding HR 170. Opposed HR 733 (DC budget autonomy) unless revised with Jordan Amendment to bar funding of abortion. Discussed constitutional implications of HR 1433/S. 1257, purporting to grant voting status to non-State federal enclave.

Supported prohibition on funding of abortion by D.C. city government in HR 2829 (Financial Services Appropriations bill), and opposed HR 733, a bill that would nullify this limitation amendment, unless revised by adoption of Jordan Amendment to H.R. 733. Discussion of constitutional implications of HR 1433 and S. 1257 (granting voting status to non-State federal enclave).

Supported civil rights of medically dependent and disabled, and related legal principles. Opposed proposals to place restrictions on communications to the public about events in Congress; supported Bennett Amendment to S. 1; opposed H.R. 2093 (Meehan-Shays) and Meehan Amendment to H.R. 2316. Opposed proposals to amend H.R. 2316/S.1 to require reporting of donors/members. (continued) Opposed HR 984, "Executive Branch Reform Act," a proposal to require reporting into government database of communications from the public to political appointees. Supported Broadcaster Freedom Act (HR 2905, S. 1742), and Pence Amendment to H.R. 2829, to prohibit enforcement of "Fairness Doctrine." Offered technical comments regarding HR 170. Opposed HR 733 (DC budget autonomy) unless revised with Jordan Amendment to bar funding of abortion. Discussed constitutional implications of HR 1433/S. 1257, purporting to grant voting status to non-State federal enclave.

Opposed proposals to place restrictions on communications to the public about events in Congress; supported Bennett Amendment to S. 1; opposed H.R. 2093 (Meeehan-Shays) and Meehan Amendment to H.R. 2316. Opposed proposals to amend H.R. 2316/S.1 to require reporting of donors/members. Opposed H.R. 984, "Executive Branch Reform Act," a proposal to require reporting into government database of communications from the public to political appointees. (continued) Supported Broadcaster Freedom Act (HR. 2905, S. 1742), and Pence Amendment to H.R. 2829, to prohibit enforcement of "Fairness Doctrine." Regarding Genetic Information Nondiscrimination Act (HR 493), supported revisions to prevent discrimination against unborn children and adoptive families. Supported HR 618. Responded to inquiries regarding HR 1094.

Supported civil rights of medically dependent and disabled, and related legal principles. Opposed proposals to place restrictions on communications to the public about events in Congress; supported Bennett Amendment to S. 1; opposed H.R. 2093 (Meehan-Shays) and Meehan Amendment to H.R. 2316. Opposed proposals to amend H.R. 2316/S.1 to require reporting of donors/members. (continued) Opposed HR 984, "Executive Branch Reform Act," a proposal to require reporting into government database of communications from the public to political appointees. Supported Broadcaster Freedom Act (HR 2905, S. 1742), and Pence Amendment to H.R. 2829, to prohibit enforcement of "Fairness Doctrine." Offered technical comments regarding HR 170. Opposed HR 733 (DC budget autonomy) unless revised with Jordan Amendment to bar funding of abortion. Discussed constitutional implications of HR 1433/S. 1257, purporting to grant voting status to non-State federal enclave.