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Support for Reproductive Rights and Condemnation of Abortion Criminalization

This U.S. Congressional resolution expresses support for reproductive rights, condemning the absolute criminalization of abortion, especially in countries like El Salvador. It emphasizes that access to healthcare, including abortion, is a fundamental human right, and its restriction has severe consequences for citizens' health and lives, particularly for the most vulnerable.
Key points
The U.S. Congress condemns the absolute criminalization of abortion worldwide, urging states to decriminalize it.
It affirms that access to high-quality healthcare, including abortion, is a human right and should not lead to punishment.
It highlights that restrictions on reproductive care disproportionately affect marginalized communities.
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Print number: 118_HCONRES_39
Sponsor: Rep. Williams, Nikema [D-GA-5]
Process start date: 2023-05-02
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Expressing the sense of Congress to support the case of Beatriz, a young woman from a rural area of El Salvador, living in extreme poverty and with lupus, who fought for her life against the state to allow her to terminate a pregnancy that put her at risk, which exposed the serious consequences of the absolute criminalization of abortion in El Salvador, and urging the Salvadoran state to assume its international obligations in the field of human rights.

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 118_HCONRES_39.

Which chamber initiated this legislation?

This legislation was initiated in the House of Representatives.

When did the legislative process begin?

The process officially started on 2023-05-02.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • The U.S. Congress condemns the absolute criminalization of abortion worldwide, urging states to decriminalize it.
  • It affirms that access to high-quality healthcare, including abortion, is a human right and should not lead to punishment.
  • It highlights that restrictions on reproductive care disproportionately affect marginalized communities.
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 Rep. Williams, Nikema [D-GA-5].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Referred to the Subcommittee on Health.

Is this summary verified?

Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2025-12-24.

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