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Expressing support for the recognition of September 26, 2023, as "World Contraception Day" and expressing the sense of the House of Representatives regarding global and domestic access to contraception.

2/5/2024, 2:30 PM

Summary of Bill HCONRES 68

Bill 118 H.Con.Res. 68, also known as the "World Contraception Day" resolution, aims to express support for the recognition of September 26, 2023, as "World Contraception Day." The resolution also seeks to convey the House of Representatives' stance on the importance of global and domestic access to contraception.

The resolution highlights the significance of contraception in promoting reproductive health and family planning, as well as in preventing unintended pregnancies and reducing maternal and infant mortality rates. It emphasizes the role of contraception in empowering individuals, particularly women, to make informed decisions about their reproductive health and future.

Furthermore, the resolution acknowledges the challenges and barriers that exist in accessing contraception, both globally and domestically. It calls for increased efforts to ensure that individuals have access to a wide range of contraceptive options, regardless of their socio-economic status or geographic location. Overall, Bill 118 H.Con.Res. 68 underscores the importance of promoting and supporting access to contraception as a fundamental component of reproductive health and rights. It urges policymakers to prioritize initiatives that expand access to contraception and educate individuals about their contraceptive options.

Congressional Summary of HCONRES 68

This concurrent resolution expresses the sense of the House of Representatives that Congress and the President should examine and support ways to expand access to contraceptives.

Current Status of Bill HCONRES 68

Bill HCONRES 68 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since September 26, 2023. Bill HCONRES 68 was introduced during Congress 118 and was introduced to the House on September 26, 2023.  Bill HCONRES 68's most recent activity was Referred to the Subcommittee on Health. as of September 29, 2023

Bipartisan Support of Bill HCONRES 68

Total Number of Sponsors
1
Democrat Sponsors
1
Republican Sponsors
0
Unaffiliated Sponsors
0
Total Number of Cosponsors
30
Democrat Cosponsors
30
Republican Cosponsors
0
Unaffiliated Cosponsors
0

Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill HCONRES 68

Primary Policy Focus

Health

Alternate Title(s) of Bill HCONRES 68

Expressing support for the recognition of September 26, 2023, as "World Contraception Day" and expressing the sense of the House of Representatives regarding global and domestic access to contraception.
Expressing support for the recognition of September 26, 2023, as "World Contraception Day" and expressing the sense of the House of Representatives regarding global and domestic access to contraception.

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