Tennessee 2023-2024 Regular Session

Tennessee House Bill HJR0133

Introduced
1/31/23  
Engrossed
2/9/23  
Enrolled
2/24/23  

Caption

A RESOLUTION to commemorate and honor the amazing work provided by pregnancy centers across the State of Tennessee.

Impact

The adoption of HJR0133 aligns with the recent enactment of The Human Life Protection Act, enhancing the operational capacity of pregnancy centers to cater to vulnerable mothers. The resolution acknowledges the critical work done not only in preventing abortions but also in providing post-abortive care, resources, and counseling to individuals affected by abortion. This highlights a legislative push towards reinforcing support frameworks for pregnant women and new parents throughout Tennessee, framing pregnancy centers as pivotal community resources.

Summary

HJR0133 is a resolution to commemorate the significant contributions of pregnancy centers across the State of Tennessee. Over the past four decades, these centers have provided essential services to individuals and families, including pregnancy tests, ultrasounds, sexual risk screenings, and parenting classes. The resolution highlights the collaborative efforts of these centers in serving thousands of women annually, ensuring that necessary medical and material support is extended without imposing costs on patients. This recognition underscores their role in improving the quality of life for many in their communities.

Contention

While HJR0133 serves as a symbolic recognition of the invaluable work done by pregnancy centers, it also reflects broader societal debates surrounding reproductive rights and access to abortion services. Supporters argue that such resolutions promote a positive narrative around pro-life initiatives and underscore the importance of support for families. Critics may view these acknowledgments as politically motivated, potentially overlooking the spectrum of views regarding reproductive health and the complexities surrounding abortion access.

Companion Bills

No companion bills found.

Previously Filed As

TN SR869

A resolution designating the week beginning November 11, 2024, as "National Pregnancy Center Week" to recognize the vital role that community-supported pregnancy centers play in saving lives and serving women and men faced with difficult pregnancy decisions.

TN HCR93

Commends and honors the pregnancy care centers of Louisiana

TN HR1509

Supporting the designation of the week beginning November 11, 2024, as "National Pregnancy Center Week" to recognize the vital role that community-supported pregnancy centers play in saving lives and serving women and men faced with difficult pregnancy decisions.

TN AR157

Supports work of pregnancy resource centers and condemns harassment of pregnancy resource centers by AG.

TN SR114

Supports work of pregnancy resource centers and condemns harassment of pregnancy resource centers by AG.

TN HCR74

Honoring pregnancy care centers.

TN HB7427

Let Pregnancy Centers Serve Act of 2024

TN SB3611

Let Pregnancy Centers Serve Act of 2024

TN HR0149

A resolution to declare October 15, 2023, as Pregnancy and Infant Loss Remembrance Day in the state of Michigan.

TN HCR200

Recognizes June 2, 2010, as Pro-Life Day at the State Capitol and commends the state's pregnancy resource centers, adoption agencies, and maternity homes

Similar Bills

TN SB0745

AN ACT to amend Tennessee Code Annotated, Title 4; Title 29; Title 33; Title 37; Title 38; Title 39; Title 40; Title 53; Title 56; Title 62; Title 63; Title 68 and Title 71, relative to abortion.

TN HB0883

AN ACT to amend Tennessee Code Annotated, Title 4; Title 29; Title 33; Title 37; Title 38; Title 39; Title 40; Title 53; Title 56; Title 62; Title 63; Title 68 and Title 71, relative to abortion.

TN SB1590

AN ACT to amend Tennessee Code Annotated, Title 4; Title 20; Title 37; Title 39; Title 49; Title 53; Title 56; Title 63; Title 68 and Title 71, relative to reproductive health care.

TN HB1626

AN ACT to amend Tennessee Code Annotated, Title 4; Title 20; Title 37; Title 39; Title 49; Title 53; Title 56; Title 63; Title 68 and Title 71, relative to reproductive health care.

TN SB0762

AN ACT to amend Tennessee Code Annotated, Title 4; Title 20; Title 39; Title 49; Title 53; Title 56; Title 63; Title 68 and Title 71, relative to reproductive health care.

TN HB0829

AN ACT to amend Tennessee Code Annotated, Title 4; Title 20; Title 39; Title 49; Title 53; Title 56; Title 63; Title 68 and Title 71, relative to reproductive health care.

TN SB0187

AN ACT to amend Tennessee Code Annotated, Title 4; Title 5; Title 6; Title 7; Title 20; Title 29; Title 37; Title 39; Title 49; Title 53; Title 56; Title 63; Title 68 and Title 71, relative to reproductive health care.

TN HB0027

AN ACT to amend Tennessee Code Annotated, Title 4; Title 5; Title 6; Title 7; Title 20; Title 29; Title 37; Title 39; Title 49; Title 53; Title 56; Title 63; Title 68 and Title 71, relative to reproductive health care.