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Memorializing the unborn by lowering the United States flag to half-staff on the 22d day of January each year.
2/4/2025, 4:54 PM
Summary of Bill HRES 52
Bill 118 HRES 52, also known as the Memorializing the Unborn Act, proposes to lower the United States flag to half-staff on the 22nd day of January each year in remembrance of unborn children who have lost their lives. The bill aims to bring attention to the issue of abortion and honor the lives that have been lost due to the practice.
The bill does not specify any specific actions or events that should take place on this day, but rather serves as a symbolic gesture to recognize the lives of unborn children. The date of January 22nd holds significance as it marks the anniversary of the Supreme Court decision in Roe v. Wade, which legalized abortion in the United States.
Supporters of the bill argue that lowering the flag to half-staff is a way to acknowledge the humanity of unborn children and bring attention to the impact of abortion on society. Critics, however, argue that the bill is politically motivated and could be seen as a divisive statement on a controversial issue. Overall, Bill 118 HRES 52 seeks to memorialize the unborn and spark conversation about the ethics and implications of abortion in the United States. It is now up to Congress to debate and decide on the passage of this legislation.
The bill does not specify any specific actions or events that should take place on this day, but rather serves as a symbolic gesture to recognize the lives of unborn children. The date of January 22nd holds significance as it marks the anniversary of the Supreme Court decision in Roe v. Wade, which legalized abortion in the United States.
Supporters of the bill argue that lowering the flag to half-staff is a way to acknowledge the humanity of unborn children and bring attention to the impact of abortion on society. Critics, however, argue that the bill is politically motivated and could be seen as a divisive statement on a controversial issue. Overall, Bill 118 HRES 52 seeks to memorialize the unborn and spark conversation about the ethics and implications of abortion in the United States. It is now up to Congress to debate and decide on the passage of this legislation.
Congressional Summary of HRES 52
This resolution expresses support for recognizing a Day of Tears and lowering flags to half-staff to honor unborn lives lost to abortion.
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Current Status of Bill HRES 52
Bill HRES 52 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since January 24, 2023. Bill HRES 52 was introduced during Congress 118 and was introduced to the House on January 24, 2023. Bill HRES 52's most recent activity was Referred to the House Committee on Oversight and Accountability. as of January 24, 2023
Bipartisan Support of Bill HRES 52
Total Number of Sponsors
1Democrat Sponsors
0Republican Sponsors
1Unaffiliated Sponsors
0Total Number of Cosponsors
17Democrat Cosponsors
0Republican Cosponsors
17Unaffiliated Cosponsors
0Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill HRES 52
Primary Policy Focus
Civil Rights and Liberties, Minority IssuesPotential Impact Areas
- Abortion
- Commemorative events and holidays
- National symbols
Alternate Title(s) of Bill HRES 52
Memorializing the unborn by lowering the United States flag to half-staff on the 22d day of January each year.
Memorializing the unborn by lowering the United States flag to half-staff on the 22d day of January each year.
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Sponsors and Cosponsors of HRES 52
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