HRES Bill 546 Celebrating the historic anniversary of the June 24, 2022, decision of the Supreme Court of the United States in Dobbs v. Jackson Women's Health Organization.

Purpose and Summary

Chamber: House

Introduced date: 2023-06-22

Bill 118 HRES 546 is a resolution that celebrates the historic anniversary of the Supreme Court's decision in Dobbs v. Jackson Women's Health Organization on June 24, 2022. The resolution recognizes the significance of this landmark case, which addressed the constitutionality of a Mississippi law that banned most abortions after 15 weeks of pregnancy. The resolution acknowledges the impact of the Supreme Court's ruling, which upheld the Mississippi law and potentially opened the door for more restrictive abortion laws in other states. It also highlights the ongoing debate surrounding reproductive rights and the importance of protecting women's access to safe and legal abortion services. Overall, Bill 118 HRES 546 serves as a commemoration of the Dobbs v. Jackson Women's Health Organization decision and emphasizes the need for continued advocacy and support for reproductive rights in the United States.

Recent Activity

Referred to the House Committee on the Judiciary.

Alternative Names

Celebrating the historic anniversary of the June 24, 2022, decision of the Supreme Court of the United States in Dobbs v. Jackson Women's Health Organization.

Celebrating the historic anniversary of the June 24, 2022, decision of the Supreme Court of the United States in Dobbs v. Jackson Women's Health Organization.

Associated Legislation

A resolution celebrating the historic anniversary of the June 24, 2022, decision of the Supreme Court of the United States in Dobbs v. Jackson Women's Health Organization.

Policy Areas

Law

Potential Impact

Sponsors and Supporters

Rep. Smith, Christopher H. [R-NJ-4]

Cosponsors and Supporters

Rep. Harshbarger, Diana [R-TN-1]

Rep. Stefanik, Elise M. [R-NY-21]

Rep. Aderholt, Robert B. [R-AL-4]

Rep. Banks, Jim [R-IN-3]

Rep. Dunn, Neal P. [R-FL-2]

Rep. Weber, Randy K., Sr. [R-TX-14]

Rep. Burchett, Tim [R-TN-2]

Rep. Kelly, Mike [R-PA-16]

Rep. Mooney, Alexander X. [R-WV-2]

Rep. Gonzales, Tony [R-TX-23]

Rep. Hudson, Richard [R-NC-9]

Rep. Bucshon, Larry [R-IN-8]

Rep. Moolenaar, John R. [R-MI-2]

Rep. Westerman, Bruce [R-AR-4]

Rep. Issa, Darrell E. [R-CA-48]

Rep. Kelly, Trent [R-MS-1]

Rep. Miller, Mary E. [R-IL-15]

Rep. Brecheen, Josh [R-OK-2]

Rep. Higgins, Clay [R-LA-3]

Rep. Carl, Jerry L. [R-AL-1]

Rep. Guest, Michael [R-MS-3]

Rep. Bost, Mike [R-IL-12]

Rep. Lamborn, Doug [R-CO-5]

Rep. Crawford, Eric A. "Rick" [R-AR-1]

Rep. Arrington, Jodey C. [R-TX-19]

Rep. Mann, Tracey [R-KS-1]

Committees and Subcommittees

Judiciary Committee

Variations and Revisions