July 29, 2015 8:08 AM

Planned Parenthood declines to testify at Senate hearing today

President questions fairness of hearing; says never participated in fetal tissue donation or research

From Kenneth Lambrecht, President and CEO of Planned Parent of Greater Texas:

“The health centers and ambulatory surgical centers affiliated with Planned Parenthood of Greater Texas have never participated in fetal tissue donation or research, though we recognize it is a standard practice within the medical community. Furthermore, the Committee has made it abundantly clear that it has no desire to hold a responsible, fair, fact-driven hearing. Therefore, we decline the request to testify in person."