Legislation Made Simple
Join co-hosts Patty Decraene and Jane Robbins as they help you become more aware of how the Georgia legislature operates and what is happening under the Gold Dome.
Jan 18, 2025
Living Infants Fairness Equality Act
Sen. Ed Setzler
In our second of two conversations with Sen. Ed Setzler, we draw on his expertise as the sponsor of the Living Infants Fairness Equality Act (LIFE, or the “Heartbeat” law). The LIFE Act has been challenged in court ever since its passage in 2019. Sen. Setzler not only clarifies media distortions of LIFE but also explains how the legislation, by granting “personhood” to unborn infants, is more protective of mothers and babies than any other state law. He also explains the current state of the law in Georgia (spoiler alert: LIFE is still in effect).
Resources:
In our second of two conversations with Sen. Ed Setzler, we draw on his expertise as the sponsor of the Living Infants Fairness Equality Act (LIFE, or the “Heartbeat” law). The LIFE Act has been challenged in court ever since its passage in 2019. Sen. Setzler not only clarifies media distortions of LIFE but also explains how the legislation, by granting “personhood” to unborn infants, is more protective of mothers and babies than any other state law. He also explains the current state of the law in Georgia (spoiler alert: LIFE is still in effect).
Resources:
- HB 481 - Living Infants Fairness and Equality (LIFE) Act, Georgia General Assembly
- "Georgia Supreme Court Issues Order Reinstating Heartbeat Law Saving Babies From Abortions" on LifeNews.com
