Expressing the sense of Congress condemning the recent attacks on pro-life facilities, groups, and churches.

12/15/2023, 3:50 PM

This concurrent resolution condemns recent attacks on pro-life facilities, groups, and churches and calls on the current presidential administration to use appropriate law enforcement authorities to support their safety.

Bill 118 H.Con.Res. 3, titled "Expressing the sense of Congress condemning the recent attacks on pro-life facilities, groups, and churches," is a resolution introduced in the United States Congress. The purpose of this resolution is to denounce the recent acts of violence and vandalism targeting pro-life organizations, facilities, and churches across the country.

The resolution highlights the importance of protecting the rights of individuals and organizations to peacefully advocate for their beliefs and values, including the right to advocate for the sanctity of life. It condemns any form of violence, intimidation, or harassment directed towards those who hold pro-life views.

The resolution calls on law enforcement agencies to investigate and prosecute those responsible for these attacks, and urges local communities to come together to support and protect pro-life organizations and individuals. It also emphasizes the need for dialogue and understanding between individuals with differing beliefs on the issue of abortion. Overall, Bill 118 H.Con.Res. 3 seeks to send a strong message that violence and intimidation have no place in the debate over abortion, and that all individuals and organizations have the right to express their views peacefully and without fear of retribution.
Congress
118

Number
HCONRES - 3

Introduced on
2023-01-09

# Amendments
0

Sponsors
+5

Cosponsors
+5

Variations and Revisions

1/23/2023

Status of Legislation

Bill Introduced
Introduced to House
Passed in House
Introduced to Senate
Senate to Vote

Purpose and Summary

This concurrent resolution condemns recent attacks on pro-life facilities, groups, and churches and calls on the current presidential administration to use appropriate law enforcement authorities to support their safety.

Bill 118 H.Con.Res. 3, titled "Expressing the sense of Congress condemning the recent attacks on pro-life facilities, groups, and churches," is a resolution introduced in the United States Congress. The purpose of this resolution is to denounce the recent acts of violence and vandalism targeting pro-life organizations, facilities, and churches across the country.

The resolution highlights the importance of protecting the rights of individuals and organizations to peacefully advocate for their beliefs and values, including the right to advocate for the sanctity of life. It condemns any form of violence, intimidation, or harassment directed towards those who hold pro-life views.

The resolution calls on law enforcement agencies to investigate and prosecute those responsible for these attacks, and urges local communities to come together to support and protect pro-life organizations and individuals. It also emphasizes the need for dialogue and understanding between individuals with differing beliefs on the issue of abortion. Overall, Bill 118 H.Con.Res. 3 seeks to send a strong message that violence and intimidation have no place in the debate over abortion, and that all individuals and organizations have the right to express their views peacefully and without fear of retribution.
Alternative Names
Official Title as IntroducedExpressing the sense of Congress condemning the recent attacks on pro-life facilities, groups, and churches.

Policy Areas
Crime and Law Enforcement

Potential Impact
Abortion•
Crimes against property•
Health facilities and institutions

Comments

Recent Activity

Latest Summary1/13/2023

This concurrent resolution condemns recent attacks on pro-life facilities, groups, and churches and calls on the current presidential administration to use appropriate law enforcement authorities to support their safety.


Latest Action1/23/2023
Received in the Senate and referred to the Committee on the Judiciary.