In a contentious meeting where proponents and opponents talked about God, homosexuality and government intrusion, a Florida Senate panel approved a bill that would require minors to obtain permission from their parents before having abortions.

The 6-3 vote by the Senate Health Policy Committee followed a hearing that lasted more than 90 minutes. Chairwoman Gayle Harrell, R-Stuart, tried to balance testimony between people on both sides, but the legislation (SB 404) sparked passionate debate.