Here for a Reason: Planned Parenthood Performs Almost 200 Abortions for Every One Adoption Referral

Charlotte Lozier Institute | September 21, 2022

Annual Report Shows Abortions Are Nearly 100% of Planned Parenthood’s Pregnancy Resolution Activities Washington, D.C. – Planned Parenthood performed 383,460 abortions in 2019-2020 according to their latest annual report, performing almost 200 abortions for every one adoption referral. Nichole C. Wilson, executive director of Charlotte Lozier Institute (CLI), said: “Planned Parenthood’s annual […]

Adoption: The Case for the Credit

Charlotte Lozier Institute | November 6, 2017

To view this fact sheet as a pdf, see: Adoption: The Case for the Credit The adoption tax credit (ATC) as structured today was introduced more than two decades ago by Ways and Means Committee chairman Bill Archer as part of the Small Business Job Protection Act of 1996. It is related to the […]

Adoption Tax Credits: Utilization, State Expansions, and Taxpayer Savings

Matt Connell | August 10, 2017

In 2013, the Charlotte Lozier Institute published a report titled, “The Adoption Tax Credit: Progress and Prospects for Expansion.” The report both outlines the history of the adoption tax credit at the federal level and analyzes the number of states that provide some form of tax relief for adoption. Since the report was published, the federal adoption tax credit has continued to increase in dollar amount and is utilized by tens of thousands of Americans pursuing adoption each year. In addition, several states have created or expanded adoption tax credits at the state level, helping to offset adoption costs for American families.

The Drop Box: Rescuing Hundreds of Babies in South Korea

Genevieve Plaster, M.A. | March 13, 2015

“This is a facility for the protection of life. If you can’t take care of your disabled babies, don’t throw them away or leave them on the street. Bring them here.” – A sign on the Drop Box.
It’s 1987 in Seoul, South Korea. A baby is born with cerebral palsy and a massive cyst on his left cheek that is cutting off blood flow to his brain, causing permanent damage. Without surgery, he will die, say the doctors, and with it, he will still be deformed. Fast forward to 2013: Eun-man is 26 years old. Though he has been bedridden his entire life with limbs bent in impossible positions and a vacuum that constantly suctions out saliva through a hole in his trachea, Eun-man has been instrumental in inspiring a mission that has saved the lives of hundreds of babies.

OH House of Representatives Passes Comprehensive Adoption Reform

Nora Sullivan, M.P.A | January 31, 2014

This week the Ohio House of Representative passed landmark adoption reform legislation with a significant bipartisan majority vote. The legislation will now head to the Ohio State Senate. The ultimate passage of this legislation will make adoption a much more accessible and affordable choice for Ohio families. Additionally, these reforms will streamline and safeguard the adoption process.

New Help for Adoption in Ohio

Charlotte Lozier Institute | November 5, 2013

By Mike Gonidakis Ohio Right to Life recently initiated major adoption legislation in the Ohio House of Representatives. When this legislation passes, the choice for life will be much more accessible to Ohioans, and the adoption process will be accelerated and safeguarded in myriad ways.

Lozier Institute Calls for Permanent, Expanded Adoption Tax Credits

Charlotte Lozier Institute | March 13, 2013

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: March 13, 2013 Contact: Mallory Quigley, 202-223-8073 Lozier Institute Calls for Permanent, Expanded Adoption Tax Credits Credits Promote Adoption, Child Well-being, & Decrease Taxpayers’ Cost Washington, DC – In a new paper released today, the Charlotte Lozier Institute (CLI) detailed the history and progress of the Adoption Tax Credit in […]

The Adoption Tax Credit: Progress and Prospects for Expansion

Charles A. “Chuck” Donovan | March 1, 2013

This paper surveys the current state of federal and state adoption tax credits, which provide relief to families who choose to adopt a child. The paper makes several recommendations including making the adoption tax credit refundable so that adoption is an option for more families as it is such a positive force for children, families, and the country as a whole.

Russia’s Adoption Ban: A Crime Against Russia’s Most Helpless

Nora Sullivan, M.P.A | January 9, 2013

Just before the New Year, Russian President Vladimir Putin signed into law a bill which bans the adoption of Russian children by U.S. citizens. The bill was sent to President Putin’s desk following quick and almost unanimous passage in both houses of the Russian Parliament.