WASHINGTON – U.S. Reps. Diana DeGette (D-CO) and Louise M. Slaughter (D-NY), Co-Chairs of the Bipartisan Congressional Pro-Choice Caucus, joined U.S. Rep. Henry A. Waxman (D-CA), Chairman of the Committee on Energy and Commerce, today in expressing sadness over the murder of Dr. George Tiller, Medical Director of Women’s Health Care Services in Wichita, Kansas.

“We are deeply saddened and appalled by the murder of Dr. Tiller.  He devoted his life to providing women with high-quality health care.  He courageously refused to be intimidated by those who use violence to force their beliefs on others, contrary to the law.  Our thoughts and prayers are with his family and loved ones.”

U.S. Rep. DeGette, Vice Chair of the House Committee on Energy and Commerce, U.S. Rep. Slaughter, Chairwoman of the House Committee on Rules, and U.S. Rep. Waxman, Chairman of the House Committee on Energy and Commerce, are sponsors of the Prevention First Act, comprehensive legislation to protect women’s reproductive health, prevent unintended pregnancies and reduce the need for abortion.