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Opposition to State Punishment for Reproductive and Gender-Affirming Care.

This Senate resolution opposes states using criminal law to punish individuals seeking or providing essential health care, including abortion, contraception, and gender-affirming care. It condemns the criminalization of pregnancy outcomes and affirms that citizens deserve high-quality care without fear of legal reprisal. The resolution aims to ensure personal autonomy in sexual and reproductive health decisions, free from state coercion.
Key points
Condemns the use of criminal laws to punish people for pregnancy outcomes or for seeking reproductive and gender-affirming health care.
Affirms the ethical duty of health care providers to protect patient privacy and provide essential care without facing criminal charges.
Declares a goal for universal access to abortion, contraception, and gender-affirming care, free from state restrictions and barriers.
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Additional Information
Print number: 118_SRES_276
Sponsor: Sen. Duckworth, Tammy [D-IL]
Process start date: 2023-06-22
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

A resolution expressing opposition to the use of State power against people in the United States seeking essential health care, including criminalization of the full range of sexual and reproductive health care such as abortion, gender-affirming care, and contraceptive care, and disapproving of State punishment of people for their pregnancy outcomes.

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 118_SRES_276.

Which chamber initiated this legislation?

This legislation was initiated in the Senate.

When did the legislative process begin?

The process officially started on 2023-06-22.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Condemns the use of criminal laws to punish people for pregnancy outcomes or for seeking reproductive and gender-affirming health care.
  • Affirms the ethical duty of health care providers to protect patient privacy and provide essential care without facing criminal charges.
  • Declares a goal for universal access to abortion, contraception, and gender-affirming care, free from state restrictions and barriers.
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. Duckworth, Tammy [D-IL].

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 2025-12-26.

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