Mothers At Capitol- Our Children Are Compatible with LOVE! 💕

Mothers Testify at Capitol:

Our Children are Compatible with LOVE!

LA Abortion-Until-Birth Amendment Defeated!

Good morning Benjamin,

I hope you had (and are continuing to have) a blessed Easter celebration!

First, thank you for your help in defeating the Abortion-Until-Birth Amendment!

Second, last week, three mothers courageously testified at the Capitol sharing their testimonies about the pressure they received to abort their babies with disabilities. Two of these mothers brought their children who are still alive despite the diagnosis!

Janina Bernard from Lake Charles said about her son with Trisomy 13, “My OBGYN called me and she said with the physical abnormalities like cleft lip and intellectual disabilities that my baby would not survive. That if he did survive, he would live a month. At that moment that is the most information I got about my son. …We saw the high risk doctor [that said] the only option is abortion. … But now my son is thriving. He is eight.”

These testimonies compelled the Senate committee to vote favorably of SB 325, the Compatible with Love Empowerment Act. This legislation, initiated by Louisiana Right to Life, ensures families who receive a life-limiting prenatal diagnosis receive resources for concrete help and positive information to help them care for their child as long as the child lives.

Under current Louisiana law, it is unfortunately still legal to have an abortion in these cases. But there are many families who might not choose that if they were to see the bountiful community of emotional, physical, and financial support available to them.

We understand the deep grief and challenges families face when they receive such a diagnosis. We also know all life is valuable, and these babies deserve a chance at life and love no matter how brief their life may be!

For a Pro-Life Louisiana,

P.S. Sadly, the Florida Supreme Court RULED that an amendment to legalize abortion through all nine-months of pregnancy will be on the ballot this fall. Pray for Florida!

P.P.S. Last week, the U.S. Supreme Court heard oral arguments in a critical case to hold the FDA accountable for their reckless abortion pill policies. The decision will come down this summer.

PRO-LIFE DAY AT THE CAPITOL

Join Us For Pro-Life Day at the Capitol!

Tuesday, April 23rd 9 AM - 3 PM

Witness abortion-related bills being debated in the legislature!
Visit with pro-life agencies who will have tables set up in the Capitol Rotunda!
Encourage your legislators to vote PRO-LIFE on bills being voted on that day and in the future!
Represent the Pro-Life Louisiana public during special pro-life day recognition on the House and Senate floors!
And enjoy a slice of “Everyone Deserves a Birthday” Cake served by Louisiana Right to Life in the Capitol Rotunda!

It is best that you contact your state legislator or their office in advance of Pro-Life Day at the Capitol to set up a meeting with them during the day. You can click here to find out who your legislators are, and then use the list of Senators and Representatives at these links to contact them directly.

*Please note that due to the fluctuation of the schedule at the State Capitol, bills being heard and times may change.

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BOWTIES FOR BABIES

April 11, Baton Rouge

Join us at Bowties for Babies in Baton Rouge on April 11th to honor The Baton Rouge Youth Pilgrimage to the March for Life with our 2024 Leadership for Life Award!

The event will feature a silent auction, delicious dinner, an open bar, live music, dancing, and more! Get tickets today!

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HB 245 was defeated in the House Civil Law Committee last week! This dangerous abortion amendment would have legalized abortion up until birth in Louisiana.

Click below to read the powerful testimonies of pro-life witnesses, especially the brave 9-year old Hopkins Inzina!

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The Louisiana Pro-Life Oratory Contest is fast approaching for high school juniors and seniors across the state!

Students will address pro-life issues in a 5-7 minute speech. Winners in local contests will compete in the state oratory contest on May 4th in Baton Rouge!

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PULSE INSTITUTE

July 15-20, Tickfaw State Park

(near Baton Rouge)

PULSE Leadership Institute (PLI) is an exciting week-long retreat for students to dive fully into the pro-life cause!

PULSE teaches students about the beauty of life and adoption, inspires students with the confidence to talk about the issue of abortion with their classmates, and cultivates a joyful atmosphere with a commitment to truth and love.

Bowties for Babies: A Southern-Style Soiree Benefiting Life is approaching on April 11th in Baton Rouge!

We need your help. We're on the search for auction item donations to support our mission! Are you able to help us?

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Congratulations to our friend Krystal Romero on her new position on staff with Attorney General Liz Murrill and her election to the RSCC!

We have appreciated all Krystal's hard work on our staff as our Acadiana Director. We know we will be working with her to defend life and help moms for a long time to come!