It seems Senator Baucus talks out of both sides of his mouth. Why would he vote yes on an amendment supporting women's health issues and then flip-flop in the support of John Roberts to Chief Justice of the Supreme Court who doesn't wish to comment on these issues.
Key Vote
Unintended Pregnancy Amendment
Bill Number: S Con Res 18Issue: Abortion IssuesDate: 03/17/2005 Sponsor:Amendment: Sen Clinton, Hillary Rodham [NY]; Original Bill: Sen. Gregg Judd [NH]-->Sponsor:Amendment: Sen Clinton, Hillary Rodham [NY]; Original Bill: Sen. Gregg Judd [NH]
Roll Call Number: 0075Amendment Rejected (Senate)How members voted
Senator Max S. Baucus voted YES.
Read statements Senator Baucus made in this general time period.
Official Title of Legislation:S AMDT 244 to S Con Res 18: To expand access to preventive health care services that reduce unintended pregnancy (including teen pregnancy), reduce the number of abortions, and improve access to women's health care. Project Vote Smart's Synopsis:Vote to adopt an amendment to the Senate's 2006 Fiscal Year Budget that allocates $100 million for the prevention of unintended pregnancies.Highlights:- Increases funding and access to family planning services- Funds legislation that requires equitable prescription coverage for contraceptives under health plans- Funds legislation that would create and expand teen pregnancy prevention programs and education programs concerning emergency contraceptives
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