[Public Papers of the Presidents of the United States: George W. Bush (2003, Book I)] [March 13, 2003] [Page 263] [From the U.S. Government Publishing Office www.gpo.gov]Statement on Senate Action on Legislation To Ban Partial-Birth Abortion March 13, 2003 Partial-birth abortion is an abhorrent procedure that offends human dignity, and I commend the Senate for passing legislation to ban it. Today's action is an important step toward building a culture of life in America. I look forward to the House passing legislation and working with the Senate to resolve any differences so that I can sign legislation banning partial-birth abortion into law.