Us Congress 2023-2024 Regular Session

Us Congress Senate Bill SCR6

Introduced
3/9/23  

Caption

A concurrent resolution expressing support for the recognition of March 10, 2023, as "Abortion Provider Appreciation Day".

Impact

The resolution serves to reinforce the commitment of Congress to ensuring the safety of abortion providers and patients who seek their services. Recent reports indicate that the number of threats and acts of violence against abortion providers has escalated since the Dobbs decision, which has led to the closure of many clinics and forced patients to travel greater distances for care. By recognizing this day, the resolution aims to foster a more supportive environment for these healthcare professionals amid a landscape that is increasingly hostile towards reproductive rights.

Summary

SCR6 is a concurrent resolution that expresses support for the recognition of March 10, 2023, as 'Abortion Provider Appreciation Day.' This day has been established to honor and appreciate the essential healthcare services provided by abortion providers and clinic staff. It acknowledges their courageous work in a challenging environment marked by increasing restrictions and hostility following the Supreme Court's decision in Dobbs v. Jackson Women’s Health Organization, which has significantly impacted abortion access across the United States. Furthermore, March 10 is particularly symbolic as it commemorates the anniversary of Dr. David Gunn's assassination, highlighting the risks faced by those in the field.

Contention

While SCR6 is largely supportive, it is reflective of a broader contentious debate surrounding abortion access and rights in the U.S. Opponents of expanded abortion access argue from a perspective of protecting potential life, while proponents emphasize bodily autonomy and the importance of healthcare access. This resolution highlights the divide in public sentiment and policy regarding reproductive health and sets a stage for continued advocacy and legislation aimed at protecting abortion providers and the rights of patients.

Companion Bills

US HCR23

Same As Expressing support for the recognition of March 10, 2023, as "Abortion Provider Appreciation Day".

US HCR95

Related Expressing support for the recognition of March 10, 2024, as "Abortion Provider Appreciation Day".

US SCR30

Related A concurrent resolution expressing support for the recognition of March 10, 2024, as "Abortion Provider Appreciation Day".

Previously Filed As

US SCR30

A concurrent resolution expressing support for the recognition of March 10, 2024, as "Abortion Provider Appreciation Day".

US SCR9

A concurrent resolution expressing support for the recognition of March 10, 2025, as "Abortion Provider Appreciation Day".

US HCR23

Expressing support for the recognition of March 10, 2023, as "Abortion Provider Appreciation Day".

US HCR18

Expressing support for the recognition of March 10, 2025, as "Abortion Provider Appreciation Day".

US HCR95

Expressing support for the recognition of March 10, 2024, as "Abortion Provider Appreciation Day".

US SCR32

A concurrent resolution supporting the goals and ideals of International Transgender Day of Visibility.

US HCR68

Expressing support for the recognition of September 26, 2023, as "World Contraception Day" and expressing the sense of the House of Representatives regarding global and domestic access to contraception.

US HB12

Women's Health Protection Act of 2023 This bill prohibits governmental restrictions on the provision of, and access to, abortion services. Before fetal viability, governments may not restrict providers from using particular abortion procedures or drugs, offering abortion services via telemedicine, or immediately providing abortion services if delaying risks the patient's health. Furthermore, governments may not require providers to perform unnecessary medical procedures, provide medically inaccurate information, or comply with credentialing or other conditions that do not apply to providers who offer medically comparable services to abortions. Additionally, governments may not require patients to make medically unnecessary in-person visits before receiving abortion services or disclose their reasons for obtaining services. After fetal viability, governments may not restrict providers from performing abortions when necessary to protect a patient's life and health. The same provisions that apply to abortions before viability also apply to necessary abortions after viability. Additionally, states may authorize post-viability abortions in circumstances beyond those that the bill considers necessary. Further, the bill recognizes an individual's right to interstate travel, including for abortion services. The bill also prohibits governments from implementing measures that are similar to those restricted by the bill or that otherwise single out and impede access to abortion services, unless the measure significantly advances the safety of abortion services or health of patients and cannot be achieved through less restrictive means. The Department of Justice, individuals, or providers may sue states or government officials to enforce this bill, regardless of certain immunity that would otherwise apply.

US HR266

Expressing support for the recognition of March 31, 2023, as "César Chávez Day" in honor of the accomplishments and legacy of César Estrada Chávez.

US SCR11

A concurrent resolution supporting the goals and ideals of International Transgender Day of Visibility.

Similar Bills

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