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Missouri Right to Life Thanks Governor Kehoe

for signing SB 22

In our battle to protect and restore respect for women and babies, Missouri Right to Life strongly supported the passage of SS#2 SCS SB 22 as it came to the House from the Senate with the Emergency Clause. The House voted do pass SS #2 SCS SB 22 with the Emergency Clause and this life-saving legislation, after signatures, was sent to Governor Mike Kehoe.

Dr. David N. O’Steen: R.I.P.

Former NRLC Executive Director Dr. David Nichols O’Steen, 80, of Gaithersburg, Maryland, passed away on April 18, 2025 – Good Friday, after a valiant and hard-fought battle with cancer.

A committed scholar, a dedicated public servant, and lifelong advocate for protecting vulnerable human life, Dr. O’Steen leaves an enduring legacy within the right-to-life movement and the broader national discourse on ethics, policy, and human rights.

Obituary: David Nichols O’Steen, Ph.D.

Dr. David N. O’Steen: R.I.P.

Life Links

Missouri House Passes Resolution for Amendment Banning Abortions

Link - The Missouri House voted Thursday to advance a proposed constitutional amendment that would reinstate a near-total ban on abortions.

Trump Administration Eyes $5,000 Baby Bonus to Boost Birth Rates

Link - The Trump administration is exploring a $5,000 “baby bonus” for new mothers as part of a broader effort to reverse declining U.S. birth rates.

Report: FDA Commissioner Says ‘No Plans’ to Pull Abortion Drugs

Link - Food and Drug Administration (FDA) Commissioner Martin Makary said on Thursday he has “no plans to take action” to restrict the availability of mifepristone, the first drug used in a two-drug medication abortion regimen.

Federal judge takes action on Biden-era rule requiring businesses to promote abortion

Link - A federal judge has canceled a Joe Biden-era rule that required businesses to promote abortion.

No proof OB/GYNs left pro-life states, despite what ‘experts’ claimed: study

Link - Most OB/GYNs stayed put and did not move to pro-abortion states in the years following the reversal of Roe v. Wade, according to a new study.

Fact Sheet: Reasons for Abortion

Link - Research confirms 95.9% of abortions are killing babies as birth control. Overall, common exceptions to abortion limits are estimated to account for less than 5% of all abortions.

In Canada, Euthanasia Might Sometimes Be Easier to Access Than Medical Care

Link - Canadians with non-life-threatening but serious conditions can be left waiting for treatment for months — or even years.

New Jersey Program Aims to Prevent Suicide — Just Not All Suicides

Link - Those who ask for assisted suicide rarely (if ever) receive these important interventions.

Pro-Life Around the State

April 26 - Jefferson City - PhC Bubbles & Bounces 5K Walk/Run, 8:30, at Memorial Park. Register by April 10 to get a free t-shirt. Register at www.friendsofphc.org or call 573-644-6635.

April 27 - Kansas City - Parkville Women's Clinic annual fundraiser and facility tour, 5731 NW 72nd St. Choose from two tour sessions. Register online: https://secure.qgiv.com/for/visionevent/event/lifestory/

April 29 - Jefferson City - Pregnancy Help Center is offering free ultrasounds for women 5 to 10 weeks gestation. Call 573-644-6635 and ask to speak to a nurse to find out details and to set an appointment.

May - 1 - Jefferson City - Midwest March for Life on the Missouri State Capital lawn. Click here for more details. Click here to sign up for bus transportation from St. Louis.

May 1 - Wardsville - Father-Daughter Dance sponsored by the Pregnancy Help Center Fatherhood Program. 6:00 - 9:00 pm at the Wardsville Osage Bend Community Center, 6437 Route B. Cost: $30 per Father/Daughter. Click here to register by April 23.

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