Oklahoma 2023 Regular Session

Oklahoma House Bill HR1002

Introduced
2/8/23  
Enrolled
2/9/23  

Caption

House Resolution; Rose Day 2023.

Impact

The resolution underlines Oklahoma's position as a leading state in enacting legislation aimed at defending unborn children. It expresses the commitment of the House to resist any policies that mandate taxpayer funding for abortions or related services. By declaring Rose Day, the resolution seeks to unify citizens advocating for the unborn and reinforce the legislative agenda to provide legal protections for these individuals. It is a symbolic gesture intended to strengthen the resolve of lawmakers and the community at large in the ongoing debate over reproductive rights and related public policy issues.

Summary

House Resolution 1002 recognizes February 8, 2023, as Rose Day at the State Capitol in Oklahoma. The resolution outlines the significance of this day, which highlights the state's commitment to the protection and sanctity of unborn life, reflecting a core belief among members of the Oklahoma House of Representatives that all human life is sacred from the point of conception. This observance is intended to emphasize the importance of citizens expressing their opinions on crucial legislative issues, particularly regarding the rights of the unborn.

Contention

While the resolution serves as a formal acknowledgment of Rose Day, it also reflects a significant element of contention in ongoing public discourse about reproductive rights. Advocates for women's rights and reproductive health may view such declarations as contrary to the autonomy and rights of women, particularly with respect to their medical choices. Thus, while the resolution embodies the values of its supporters, it simultaneously highlights the polarized opinions surrounding life issues and the implications for healthcare policy in Oklahoma.

Companion Bills

No companion bills found.

Previously Filed As

OK HR1002

House Resolution; Rose Day 2023.

OK HR1041

House Resolution; Rose Day 2022; February 16, 2022.

OK HR1004

Resolution; Rose Day 2025.

OK HR1022

Resolution; Rose Day 2024.

OK HR1002

Resolution; House Rules.

OK HR1002

Resolution; public lands; findings.

OK HR1010

Resolution; Oklahoma Agriculture Day; April 11, 2023; directing distribution.

OK HR1010

Resolution; Oklahoma Agriculture Day; April 11, 2023; directing distribution.

OK HR1031

Resolution; Oklahoma Agriculture Day; April 16, 2024; directing distribution.

OK HR1046

Resolution; Oklahoma Agriculture Day; March 24, 2022; directing distribution.

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