Us Congress 2025-2026 Regular Session

Us Congress House Bill HCR18

Introduced
3/10/25  

Caption

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

Impact

HCR18 addresses the legislative landscape surrounding abortion care in the United States, particularly against the backdrop of the Dobbs v. Jackson Women’s Health Organization decision, which overturned Roe v. Wade. This ruling has led to a significant rise in state-level restrictions and outright bans on abortion in many areas. The resolution shines a light on the challenges that both providers and patients face, particularly in terms of accessibility and safety, reinforcing a commitment to reproductive justice and the principle of bodily autonomy.

Summary

HCR18 is a concurrent resolution aimed at establishing March 10, 2025, as 'Abortion Provider Appreciation Day.' The resolution honors the vital role of abortion providers and healthcare professionals in delivering essential reproductive health services. It commemorates Dr. David Gunn, who was tragically murdered in 1993, drawing attention to the ongoing dangers and harassment faced by those providing abortion care. The bill expresses gratitude for the compassion and dedication these providers offer, particularly in the context of increasing hostility and restrictions surrounding abortion access in certain states.

Contention

While supporters of the bill laud its recognition of the contributions of abortion providers, opponents may view the establishment of such a day as politically charged and divisive in a vastly polarized environment. Some critics argue that it could exacerbate tensions around the issue of abortion and may not adequately address systemic inequalities faced by marginalized communities seeking abortion care. This bill serves as a reminder of the contentious nature of reproductive rights in contemporary American society.

Congress_id

119-HCONRES-18

Policy_area

Health

Introduced_date

2025-03-10

Companion Bills

US SCR9

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

Previously Filed As

US HCR23

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

US HCR95

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

US SCR30

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

US SCR6

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

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 HCR39

Expressing the sense of Congress to support the case of Beatriz, a young woman from a rural area of El Salvador, living in extreme poverty and with lupus, who fought for her life against the state to allow her to terminate a pregnancy that put her at risk, which exposed the serious consequences of the absolute criminalization of abortion in El Salvador, and urging the Salvadoran state to assume its international obligations in the field of human rights.

US HR1552

Expressing support for the recognition of October 26, 2024, as Intersex Awareness Day, and supporting the goals and ideals of Intersex Awareness Day.

US HB7059

ACCESS Act of 2024 Abortion Care Capacity Enhancement and Support Services Act of 2024

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.

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