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Bob Casey on Welfare & Poverty

Democratic Sr Senator (PA)

 


Allow churches to register as childcare providers

Q: What is your position on legislation to create a registration system for religious child care providers that includes health & safety requirements (but not licensure by the Dept. of Public Welfare) and preserves their religious freedom (i.e., in curricula and hiring practices, and discipline)?

A: Support

Q: What is your position on legislation that forces Catholic health care providers to deliver services contrary to their conscience and moral teachings?

A: Oppose

Q: What is your position on reform measures to make assisted living/personal care more affordable and provide more health care options for the elderly so that they may choose the setting best suited to their needs?

A: Support

Q: What is your position on legislation to impose standards to ensure that all scientific research in Pennsylvania adheres to established moral or ethical principles?

A: I would carefully review and consider any legislation that imposes such standards on scientific research.

Source: Archdiocese of Philadelphia survey of Treasurer candidates , Nov 7, 2004

Support school breakfast for low-income children.

Casey signed bill favoring school breakfast for low-income kids