Gov. Perry proposes legislation requiring sonograms before seeking abortion

AUSTIN, TX (KCBD) - Governor Rick Perry announced legislation at the 2011 Texas Rally for Life that would require a woman to have a sonogram before seeking an abortion.

"When you consider the magnitude of the decision to have an abortion, ensuring that the patient understands what's truly at stake seems a small step to take," Gov. Perry said. "When someone has all the information, the right choice - the choice of life - becomes clear. Now our legislature can take fast action on this important bill because we all know when it comes to saving lives, every second counts."

The proposed legislation would be an emergency item for lawmakers which allows them to consider the issue in the first 30 days of the legislative session. The statewide rally commemorates the day the U.S. Supreme Court passed down the Roe v. Wade decision in 1973.

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