Their request was in the form of a letter to the Government Accountability Office.
More than 100 federal legislators recently requested a report on the federal funding awarded to healthcare centers that provide abortion services over the last three years. The letter, co-authored by Senator Marsha Blackburn of Tennessee and Representative Chris Smith of New Jersey, who co-chairs the House Pro-Life Caucus, was sent to the Government Accountability Office.
The legislators wrote, “We are writing to request updated information on federal funding for Federally Qualified Health Centers, Planned Parenthood Federation of America, International Planned Parenthood Federation, MSI Reproductive Choices, and other abortion providers.”
“It is our hope that this report will provide greater insight as Congress considers funding levels and provides increased transparency and openness for our constituencies and the general public,” the legislators stated.
“Proper oversight of public funds and programs is crucial for determining the value of the goods and services provided to and funded by American taxpayers,” the letter continued. “The information sought in this inquiry is instrumental for policymakers and the public alike.”
According to its latest report, the Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) has allocated roughly $33.67 billion to Federally Qualified Health Centers and $49 million to affiliates of Planned Parenthood between 2019 and 2022.
As the Lord Leads, Pray with Us…
- For the legislators who are seeking information on the federal funding for abortions.
- For officials in the GAO to respond with transparency to the request for information.
Sources: The Hill, Tampa Free Press, LifeNews
