Faith
Puerto Rico Defends Unborn With Personhood Law
Faith Facts
- Puerto Rico has enacted a law granting unborn children full legal personhood from conception.
- Senate Bill 504 amends the Civil Code, recognizing unborn children as natural persons with legal rights and protections.
- This legislative action affirms a biblical respect for life and encourages similar measures across America.
Puerto Rico’s new law enshrines the right to life for the unborn, granting them the same legal standing as every other person. The law clarifies that unborn children have legal rights from conception, with inheritance rights and protections extending to them.
It specifies that parents or guardians can represent the unborn in legal matters, including health insurance, property, and labor rights. The law maintains the ability of pregnant women to make lawful decisions regarding their pregnancy.
“Puerto Rico’s clear and courageous recognition of preborn babies as persons reflects a deep respect for life and provides a powerful example for lawmakers throughout the United States,” said Carol Tobias, president of National Right to Life.
The legislature overwhelmingly approved the bill, and it took effect immediately upon signing by the governor. Puerto Rico joins a number of U.S. states with laws recognizing unborn children as persons, reinforcing the principle that life is sacred from its earliest moments.
As Christians, we are called to protect the vulnerable and uphold the sanctity of life, celebrating actions that defend the unborn who are made in God’s image. Stay informed and share the truth—together we can build a culture that cherishes every life from conception to natural end.