Thu Feb 9, 2023 – 5:11 pm EST
(LifeSiteNews) — Tennessee Republican Gov. Bill Lee announced his plans to increase funding for pro-life pregnancy centers up to $100 million among other pro-family initiatives he hopes to accomplish in 2023.
During his annual State of the State address on Monday, Lee shared a variety of plans to support pro-life and pro-family programs, including crisis pregnancy centers, adoption services, and health coverage designed to strengthen families.
“There is a lot more work to be done, but I believe we have the right plan and the right team to get it done,” Lee said. “This is all part of our broader strategy to support strong Tennessee families, and we have big goals.”
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“This year, I’m proposing a $100 million grant program to partner with nonprofits that serve mothers, fathers, and families during a crisis pregnancy,” he announced, noting that state budgets last year funded ultrasound machines at pro-life pregnancy centers. The governor emphasized a need to “equip” faith-based organizations with additional resources to act upon “our commitment to human dignity.”
Additionally, Lee proposed “a new $10 million grant program to support the mission of foster and
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