Congress·In Committee·H.Con.Res. 18

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

Abortion Provider Appreciation Day Recognition

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Part of: Abortion Provider Appreciation Day

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This proposal asks Congress to officially recognize March 10 as a day to thank doctors, nurses, and staff who provide abortion care. The date was chosen to honor Dr. David Gunn, a provider who was killed on this day in 1993.
The resolution highlights the challenges these workers face, including threats of violence and harassment. It notes that since the Supreme Court ended the national right to abortion, 19 states have banned or strictly limited the procedure, making the work of these providers much harder.
It points out that when clinics close, people often have to travel long distances, find childcare, and pay more money to get care. The resolution states that these restrictions often lead to worse health outcomes and more poverty for families.
This is a symbolic action, meaning it does not change any laws or provide new government funding. Instead, it is meant to show that the sponsors support the safety of medical staff and want a future where everyone has full access to abortion care without fear.

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Mar 10, 2025House

Referred to the Committee on Energy and Commerce, and in addition to the Committee on the Judiciary, for a period to be subsequently determined by the Speaker, in each case for consideration of such provisions as fall within the jurisdiction of the committee concerned.

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Mar 10, 2025

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Official Title

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

Bill NumberHCONRES 18

Congress119th Congress

ChamberHouse of Representatives

Latest ActionReferred to the Committee on Energy and Commerce, and in addition to the Committee on the Judiciary, for a period to be subsequently determined by the Speaker, in each case for consideration of such provisions as fall within the jurisdiction of the committee concerned.