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As tens of thousands of Americans march on Washington in support of life and thousands more prepare to do the same in communities across Michigan, Congressman Huizenga spoke about his unwavering commitment to defend the unborn on the House floor. Today, the House passed the Born Alive Abortion Survivors Act, legislation requiring that babies who survive an attempted abortion are guaranteed the same medical care as a baby born under any other circumstance.

Congressman Huizenga:

Mr. Speaker, we must never forget that life is truly a gift. I rise this afternoon, in support of the tens of thousands of Americans who will be marching on D.C. tomorrow, to give a voice to the voiceless.

This House has consistently defended the unborn and promoted a culture of life.

We have passed the Pain Capable Unborn Child Protection Act, which would ban late-term abortions at 20 weeks. We have passed legislation to prevent taxpayer dollars from being used to pay for abortions. We voted to defund Planned Parenthood and have voted to increase funding for federally qualified community health centers that promote and provide women’s health services while protecting life. This week I look forward to joining my colleagues to vote in favor of the Born Alive Abortion Survivors Act.

All of these legislative achievements are encouraging progress, however, our work is not done and we must continue to speak for those who cannot speak for themselves.

Mr. Speaker, I am here today for the same reasons that Americans will be marching in Washington and in West Michigan over the next few days: to defend the unborn, give voice to the voiceless, and promote a culture of respect for life from its beginning sparks to its final twilight.