This is great news!
The heartbeat bill that Hollywood flipped out over in Georgia just passed the House and is now headed toward the governor’s desk, where he is sure to sign it:
BREAKING NEWS: The Georgia House of Representatives has just approved HB 481, the “Heartbeat Bill.” It will soon head to the Governor's desk, who is expected to sign it into law.
— Lila Rose (@LilaGraceRose) March 29, 2019
Here’s more from GPB News:
Followed by a smattering of “Shame!” from the gallery, the Georgia House gave final passage to HB 481, which would effectively ban abortion once a heartbeat is detected, around six weeks into pregnancy and before most women know they are pregnant.
The bill, which heads to Gov. Brian Kemp’s desk after clearing the House by one vote 92-78, also carves out exceptions if the mother’s life is in danger, if a pregnancy is deemed “medically futile” or if a pregnancy is the result of rape or incest and a police report is filed.
This week, a federal judge in North Carolina struck down a 20-week abortion ban and another federal judge in Kentucky halted that state’s “heartbeat” bill earlier this month.
But sponsor Rep. Ed Setzler (R-Acworth) says Georgia’s bill is different because it gives a fetus the same protections as a child through changes to the tax code and child support rules.
“Other states simply address the issue of a heartbeat,” Setzler said after the bill passed. “We addressed more broadly the personhood question, because that is what the Roe v, Wade decision guides us to do.”
The Governor has already issued a press release following the vote:
Atlanta, GA – Today, the Georgia House approved final passage of House Bill 481. In response, Governor Brian P. Kemp issued the following statement:
“Georgia values life. We stand up for the innocent and speak for those who cannot speak for themselves. The legislature’s bold action reaffirms our priorities and who we are as a state. I thank these lawmakers for their leadership and applaud their undeniable courage.
“Our efforts to protect life do not end here. We must work to ease the adoption process, find loving homes for those in our foster care system, and protect the aging and vulnerable. Together, we will ensure that all Georgians are safe and have the opportunity to live, grow, learn, and prosper.”
Excellent news. Well done Georgia!
And to Hollywood I’d say: Don’t let the door hit ya where the Good Lord split ya! In other words, get the heck out!