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GOP Led House Passes 'Abortion Pill' Bill

House passes bill to make abortifacent birth-control easier for public to access -- Bill will lead to over-the-counter morning after pills
The House of Representatives approved a move Thursday night July 15, that could smooth the way to over-the-counter use of emergency contraceptives like Plan B (morning after pills). Lawmakers unanimously passed a measure barring the FDA from keeping any contraceptive off the over-the-counter market once the agency has found it to be "safe and effective." While the bill does not specifically mention the controversial emergency contraceptive known as Plan B morning after pill, supporters were quick to point to the product as their motivation for pushing the vote. Next, the Senate must vote on the bill, and then President Bush must sign the bill, which would be necessary for it to become law.
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Posted by Editor at July 30, 2004 01:26 PM