hold on there's just too much going on in Congress lmao...
Recognize March 10, 2026, as Abortion Provider Appreciation Day.
Senator Mazie Hirono (D-HI), with 12 Democratic co-sponsors.
Introduced in Senate, referred to committee.
This concurrent resolution, introduced by Senator Mazie Hirono of Hawaii and 12 other Democratic senators, aims to formally recognize March 10, 2026, as 'Abortion Provider Appreciation Day'. It expresses the sentiment of Congress but does not create law. It has been sent to the Senate Committee on Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions for review.
Introduced Mar 10, 2026
This resolution was introduced in the Senate on March 10, 2026 (the date of the proposed appreciation day), and immediately sent to the Senate Committee on Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions. For it to advance, the committee would need to consider and approve it. If passed by the Senate, it would then go to the House of Representatives for a vote. As a concurrent resolution, if passed by both chambers, it expresses the collective opinion of Congress but does not become law or go to the President for signature.
If this concurrent resolution passes both the Senate and the House, it would formally declare Congress's support for recognizing March 10, 2026, as 'Abortion Provider Appreciation Day.' This would mean that Congress officially acknowledges and praises those who provide abortion care, potentially increasing their visibility and perceived value. It would also serve as a public statement of Congress's commitment to ensuring the safety of providers and the ability of patients to access abortion care.
Supporters Say
Supporters believe the resolution honors essential healthcare providers who deliver critical care despite immense challenges and threats.
Critics Say
Critics would likely oppose the resolution, viewing abortion as morally wrong and disagreeing with the recognition of its providers.
Those in favor of this resolution highlight the vital role abortion providers and staff play in healthcare, emphasizing the high-quality care they offer and the courage required to continue their work amidst restrictions and violence. They see it as a way to affirm the human right to bodily autonomy and reproductive justice. Opponents would likely argue that abortion is ethically objectionable and therefore its providers should not be celebrated or appreciated by Congress. The resolution itself condemns decisions by the Supreme Court and actions by current administration that have limited abortion access, indicating the political divide surrounding this issue.