Texas 2009 - 81st Regular

Texas House Bill HR844

Introduced
3/16/09  
Refer
3/18/09  
Enrolled
4/2/09  

Caption

Recognizing the Respect Life and Family Life ministries for their good works and accomplishments.

Impact

The bill notes the positive contributions of the Respect Life and Family Life ministries over the years, particularly their commitment to promoting the dignity of human life from conception to natural death. Their outreach occurs at the parish level in the 15 dioceses across Texas, highlighting an organized effort to strengthen family relationships and promote social welfare through marriage preparation and education programs.

Summary

H.R. 844 is a resolution recognizing the work of the Respect Life and Family Life ministries of the Roman Catholic Church in Texas. These ministries play a significant role in providing support for women facing crisis pregnancies through initiatives designed to assist families irrespective of their background. The resolution acknowledges that these ministries save lives and offer essential parenting assistance, emphasizing the importance of their services to the community.

Contention

While the bill serves to commend the efforts of these ministries, it reflects broader ideological debates regarding the ethical positions taken by the Catholic Church, especially concerning reproductive rights and stem cell research. The resolution explicitly supports adult stem cell research while opposing embryonic stem cell research and human cloning, illustrating the contentious frameworks of morality and ethics that often surround such discussions.

Companion Bills

No companion bills found.

Previously Filed As

TX SR398

Recognizing Texas Impact on the occasion of its 50th anniversary.

TX SR143

Recognizing the Endeavors Veteran Wellness Center for its service to disabled veterans and their families.

TX SR19

Recognizing the members of the McAfee family on the occasion of their 2023 family reunion.

TX SR39

Recognizing Robert and Cheree Stovall on the occasion of their 50th wedding anniversary.

TX HR1209

Recognizing Faithful Friends Animal-Assisted Therapy Ministry.

TX SR294

Recognizing Texas Women's Foundation for its contributions to women, girls, and their families.

TX SR522

Recognizing Dale W. Wilson for his lifesaving actions.

TX SR524

Recognizing Goodwill Industries of Dallas on the occasion of its 100th anniversary.

TX SR68

Recognizing St. Mary Catholic Church on the occasion of its 100th anniversary.

TX HR280

Recognizing Nurse-Family Partnership Day at the State Capitol.

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