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COVID-19's Disproportionate Impact on Women and Girls: Support and Protection

This U.S. Senate resolution highlights how the COVID-19 pandemic has worsened challenges for women and girls globally, affecting their health, safety, and finances. It calls for their needs to be addressed in aid efforts and for access to essential services like healthcare and protection from violence.
Key points
Increased risk of domestic violence, child marriage, and female genital mutilation for women and girls.
Disrupted access to healthcare, including contraception and pregnancy-related services, leading to unintended pregnancies and complications.
Women, as the majority of healthcare workers, are more exposed to COVID-19 and often lack protective equipment.
Increased burden of unpaid care work on women, limiting their income-generating and educational opportunities.
Worsening economic situation for women, especially in sectors most affected by the pandemic and in agriculture.
Support for measures ensuring access to food, education, and humanitarian services for women and girls.
Strengthening women's roles in decision-making processes related to COVID-19 crisis response.
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Additional Information
Print number: 117_SRES_95
Sponsor: Sen. Booker, Cory A. [D-NJ]
Process start date: 2021-03-04
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

A resolution recognizing the disproportionate impact of COVID-19 on women and girls globally.

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 117_SRES_95.

Which chamber initiated this legislation?

This legislation was initiated in the Senate.

When did the legislative process begin?

The process officially started on 2021-03-04.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Increased risk of domestic violence, child marriage, and female genital mutilation for women and girls.
  • Disrupted access to healthcare, including contraception and pregnancy-related services, leading to unintended pregnancies and complications.
  • Women, as the majority of healthcare workers, are more exposed to COVID-19 and often lack protective equipment.
  • Increased burden of unpaid care work on women, limiting their income-generating and educational opportunities.
  • Worsening economic situation for women, especially in sectors most affected by the pandemic and in agriculture.
  • Support for measures ensuring access to food, education, and humanitarian services for women and girls.
  • Strengthening women's roles in decision-making processes related to COVID-19 crisis response.
What is the specific legal status?

The current status is Expired.

Where can I read the full text of this legislation?

The full official text is available at: View full text

Who is the primary sponsor?

The primary sponsor is Sen. Booker, Cory A. [D-NJ].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Introduced in Senate

Is this summary verified?

Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2025-12-29.

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