Just as they did with the fight over contraception, Senate Republicans are preparing to counterprogram by using their own legislation on the fertility procedure.
The legislation, which would enshrine a right to IVF into federal law, is expected to receive a vote on Thursday but faces a similar
One such bill, led by Sens. Ted Cruz and Katie Britt , will be brought up for what is known as a unanimous consent request, according to a source familiar with the matter. The move will force Democrats to shoot it down.what Republicans have dismissed as “show votes” on hot-button issues such as immigration and reproductive health.
“There are countless bipartisan bills that deserve a vote by the Senate, but is simply disinterested,” Cornyn said.
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