United States of America
Amicus Curiae
Seth P. Waxman, Solicitor GeneralThe United States takes an interest in this case because the Congress has passed, and President Clinton has vetoed, legislation similar to the Nebraska statute. In addition, in certain instances such as in prisons or through the Indian Health Service, the Federal Government is responsible for either providing or paying for abortion services. Seth P. Waxman was nominated to be Solicitor General by President Clinton on September 17, 1997, and confirmed by the U.S. Senate in November. Named Assistant Solicitor General in October 1996, he had been Acting Solicitor General since September 1, 1997. He is…