HB 2797 Personhood from the moment of fertilization, introduced by anti-choice hardliner Del. Bob Marshall (R-13), simply states "That life begins at the moment of fertilization and the right to enjoyment of life guaranteed by Article 1, § 1 of the Constitution of Virginia is vested in each born and preborn human being from the moment of fertilization."

This bill is an outrageous attempt to undermine Roe v. Wade and threaten access to FDA-approved methods of contraception, like IUDs, Emergency Contraception or even basic birth control.

Please note: twelve Delegates already voted to support this measure in the Courts of Justice Committee. If you are represented by one of the delegates, please edit the letter to reflect this fact and express your disappointment: Cole, Cosgrove, Fralin, Frederick, Hargrove, Ingram, Jones (Chris), Marshall (Bob), Miller (Jackson), Phillips, Putney and Rapp. Click here to see if one of these legislators represents you.

Dear [ Decision Maker ] ,

I urge you to oppose HB 2797. This extreme measure, introduced by Del. Bob Marshall (R-13), states "That life begins at the moment of fertilization and the right to enjoyment of life guaranteed by Article 1, 1 of the Constitution of Virginia is vested in each born and preborn human being from the moment of fertilization."

This bill is an outrageous attempt to undermine Roe v. Wade and threaten access to FDA-approved methods of contraception, like IUDs, Emergency Contraception or even basic birth control.

I hope you will oppose this outrageous measure.

Sincerely,

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February 02, 2007