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GA SR828
Resolution
Status
Introduced
2/9/2012
Primary Sponsor
Johnny Grant
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AI Summary
- Georgia Senate resolution condemning the effects of the Affordable Care Act on the American Catholic Church, sponsored by Senator McKoon of the 29th and several co-sponsors
- Asserts that the ACA's individual mandate forces people to purchase insurance or pay a penalty tax, and requires all health plans to cover preventive services including all FDA-approved forms of contraception
- States that Catholic institutions, including schools and services, were initially expected to be exempt but were required to comply with the contraception mandate as of August 1, 2012
- Argues the mandate violates the First Amendment rights of the Catholic Church by requiring coverage of contraception and abortion-related services, which conflict with Catholic doctrine on the sanctity of unborn life
- Directs the Secretary of the Senate to transmit copies of the resolution to the public and the press
Legislative Description
Affordable Care Act; recognizing and condemning the effect on the American Catholic Church
Last Action
Senate Read Second Time
3/26/2012
Committee Referrals
Health and Human Services2/9/2012
Full Bill Text
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