Posted: 05 Jan 2007 09:19 AM CST

Idaho Governor Butch Otter appointed pro-Life champion Shirley McKague to the Idaho Senate late Wednesday. She moves from the Idaho House of Representatives following Gerry Sweet’s resignation last month; she will continue to represent the families of District 20 – centered in Meridian.

McKague has served ten years in the House, during which time she earned the “Friend for Life” Award from Idaho Chooses Life . Among many contributions to the movement, Rep. McKague co-sponsored legislation in the 2003 session which would have provide health insurance benefits to preborn children. (Unfortunately, that legislation was defeated on the House floor by just 3 votes).

Former state senator Gerry Sweet resigned after two terms in the Idaho Senate to take a position as State Director for Congressman Bill Sali. During his time in the Legislature, Sweet was an unapologetic advocate for Idaho’s preborn children.

It is a real blessing to have another pro-Life champion representing Meridian in the Senate. We are grateful to both Shirley and Gov. Otter