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A resolution memorializing the unborn by lowering the United States flag to half-staff on the 22nd day of January each year.

12/15/2023, 4:04 PM

Summary of Bill SRES 10

Bill 118 SRES 10, also known as the resolution memorializing the unborn, proposes lowering the United States flag to half-staff on the 22nd day of January each year. This date holds significance as it marks the anniversary of the Roe v. Wade Supreme Court decision, which legalized abortion in the United States.

The resolution aims to honor and remember the lives of unborn children who have been lost to abortion. By lowering the flag to half-staff on this day, supporters of the resolution hope to bring attention to the issue of abortion and advocate for the rights of the unborn.

While the resolution does not propose any specific policy changes or regulations regarding abortion, it serves as a symbolic gesture to recognize the lives lost and spark conversation about the controversial topic. If passed, this resolution would require the flag to be lowered to half-staff on January 22nd each year, serving as a reminder of the ongoing debate surrounding abortion rights in the United States.

Congressional Summary of SRES 10

This resolution expresses support for recognizing January 22 of each year as the Day of Tears and lowering flags to half-staff to honor unborn lives lost to abortion.

Current Status of Bill SRES 10

Bill SRES 10 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since January 23, 2023. Bill SRES 10 was introduced during Congress 118 and was introduced to the Senate on January 23, 2023.  Bill SRES 10's most recent activity was Referred to the Committee on the Judiciary. (text: CR S57) as of January 23, 2023

Bipartisan Support of Bill SRES 10

Total Number of Sponsors
1
Democrat Sponsors
0
Republican Sponsors
1
Unaffiliated Sponsors
0
Total Number of Cosponsors
16
Democrat Cosponsors
0
Republican Cosponsors
16
Unaffiliated Cosponsors
0

Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill SRES 10

Primary Policy Focus

Civil Rights and Liberties, Minority Issues

Potential Impact Areas

- Abortion
- Commemorative events and holidays
- National symbols

Alternate Title(s) of Bill SRES 10

A resolution memorializing the unborn by lowering the United States flag to half-staff on the 22nd day of January each year.
A resolution memorializing the unborn by lowering the United States flag to half-staff on the 22nd day of January each year.

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