Bill · S.Con.Res. 9· Senate(119-SCONRES-9)
A concurrent resolution expressing support for the recognition of March 10, 2025, as "Abortion Provider Appreciation Day".
- Introduced
- 3/10/2025
- Last activity
- 3/10/2025 — Referred to the Committee on Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions. (text: CR S1633-1634)
- Sponsored by
- Mazie Hirono
- Cosponsors
- - 12 - 0
- Introduced
- In Committee
A concurrent resolution is how the Senate and the House settle something they do together, such as a budget plan or a joint session. It is adopted once both chambers agree to it, and that puts it into effect; it is not a law, so it does not go to the President.
What this bill would do
This concurrent resolution expresses support for recognizing March 10, 2025, as "Abortion Provider Appreciation Day." The resolution aims to celebrate the courage, compassion, and high-quality care provided by abortion providers and their staff. It highlights the challenges these providers face due to state abortion bans, restrictions, and increased levels of harassment and violence. Additionally, the text calls for the recognition of the essential role these providers play in patient care. The resolution also expresses a vision for a future where abortion restrictions and bans are eliminated. Finally, it affirms a commitment to ensuring the safety and ability of providers to deliver care to patients.
Yes· 3 of 9
Would women be better off under this?+5
The resolution advocates for reproductive autonomy and access to essential healthcare.
Does this narrow the gap between how men and women are treated?+5
The resolution supports reproductive autonomy, which is a key component of gender equality.
Does this make abortion easier to get?+5
The resolution affirms a commitment to ensuring patient access to abortion care regardless of location.
The opposite
No question was scored the opposite.
Who it would affect, and how
Potential Positive Impacts for People
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Recognition of Care: The resolution recognizes March 10, 2025, as a day to celebrate the courage, compassion, and high-quality care that abortion providers and staff provide to their communities and patients. (Resolution Section 1)
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Community Support: The resolution lauds communities across the United States that are proud to host abortion providers and their staff. (Resolution Section 2)
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Safety and Access Commitments: Congress affirms its commitment to ensuring the safety of abortion providers and their ability to provide essential care. It also affirms the right of patients to access abortion care regardless of where they live, free from fear of violence, criminalization, or stigma. (Resolution Section 3)
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Future Vision: The resolution declares a vision for a future where everyone has full access to necessary care without fear of penalty or stigma, free from abortion restrictions and bans. (Resolution Section 5)
Potential Negative Impacts for People
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Impact of Legal Changes: The text states that the Supreme Court's decision in Dobbs v. Jackson Women's Health Organization reversed legal precedent and unleashed devastation on abortion access. (Whereas Section 4)
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Consequences of State Bans: According to the text, state abortion bans and restrictions have caused clinics to close in underserved areas, forcing patients to remain pregnant against their will or travel out-of-State. This results in increased wait times and strained resources. (Whereas Section 5)
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Financial and Logistical Burdens: The text notes that restrictions on abortion care create and increase out-of-pocket costs and logistical burdens for patients seeking care. (Whereas Section 22)
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Health and Economic Risks: The text asserts that being denied abortion care can lead to higher risks of high blood pressure and other serious medical conditions, as well as increased likelihood of experiencing poverty. (Whereas Section 17)
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Threats to Providers: The text mentions that abortion providers and staff face increased levels of harassment, violence, and death threats. (Whereas Section 21 and 22)
Groups and Interests Ranking
Every group the model scored this bill for, from -10 to +10. Hover a score for the reason it gave.
- Demographic And Interest Groups
- Good For Women+5Good For African Americans+4Good For L G B T Q Community+3Good For Low Income Households+3
- Social Issues And Justice
- Improves Gender Equality+5Improves Racial Equity+4Improves Poverty Reduction+2
- Healthcare
- Improves Abortion Access+5Improves Healthcare Access+3
- 3/10/2025
- Referred to the Committee on Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions. (text: CR S1633-1634)
- 12 Cosponsors added.
- Introduced in Senate
3 bills Congress.gov lists as related to this one — companions in the other chamber, earlier versions, and bills this one absorbed or was folded into.
- 119-HCONRES-18: Expressing support for the recognition of March 10, 2025, as "Abortion Provider Appreciation Day".
- 119-HCONRES-78: Expressing support for the recognition of March 10, 2026, as "Abortion Provider Appreciation Day".
- 119-SCONRES-28: A concurrent resolution expressing support for the recognition of March 10, 2026, as "Abortion Provider Appreciation Day".
Richard BlumenthalDemocrat · Connecticut
Cory BookerDemocrat · New Jersey
Tammy DuckworthDemocrat · Illinois
John FettermanDemocrat · Pennsylvania
Martin HeinrichDemocrat · New Mexico
Edward MarkeyDemocrat · Massachusetts
Patty MurrayDemocrat · Washington
Alex PadillaDemocrat · California
Gary PetersDemocrat · Michigan
Ron WydenDemocrat · Oregon
Peter WelchDemocrat · Vermont
Elizabeth WarrenDemocrat · Massachusetts