I write in response to the bill in front of the Legislature concerning the changes to abortion addressing the stage of pregnancy in which a child can be aborted.

My opinion is that life begins at conception. As soon as the sperm fertilizes the egg, growth of body parts begins. It has been even discovered that a heartbeat has existed during an exam to check if a women is pregnant.

Therefore at any time during a pregnancy — after that point — an abortion is performed, it is no doubt murder of a child.

That’s why I write in opposition of LD 1619.

I appreciate the opportunity to voice my opinion on this matter or any matters that I am deeply concerned about.

Steven Libby, Auburn