legislative antics in Virginia

[cellio]

It's only the first week of January, and already we have a strong contender for most reprehensible legislation of the year. If this passes, then in the state of Virginia a woman who has a miscarriage will be required to notify government authorities within 12 hours or face a year in jail. Yes, you read that right. (Info from celebrin.)

I am rarely speechless, but I'm having trouble putting my outrage into words right now.

Update Sat 9:30pm: According to the person who posted the news initially, there has been some progress based on the huge outcry (thanks to paquerette for the update). There's still more that needs to be done, but the response from the blogosphere seems to have made a difference. Stay tuned.

Comments

[cellio]

I did, and I don't live in VA, but not being personally affected doesn't make it less absurd. What are they smoking in the state capitol?

[cecerose.livejournal.com]

Oh, I agree -- because it's not relevant to me directly doesn't mean it's not wrong -- sorry about how that came out. This takes "state rights" to a whole new level. Ironic, isn't it?

What are they smoking in the state capitol?

Certainly not pot -- otherwise they wouldn't be such evil fiends. My bet? Crack, cocaine or meth -- since it makes you paranoid and delusional. as heck.