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HCONRES122119th Congress
In Committee

Support for Recognizing World Contraception Day and Expanding Access to Contraception

Healthcontraceptionreproductive healthpublic healthhealth equity+1 more
Congress.gov·Updated daily·Introduced Oct 1, 2026·Last action Oct 1, 2026·Report a correction
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This concurrent resolution expresses the U.S. House of Representatives' support for recognizing September 26, 2026, as World Contraception Day, a day dedicated to raising awareness about contraception and reproductive health rights worldwide. It highlights the importance of contraception as a fundamental right, referencing key Supreme Court decisions and international agreements that affirm individuals' rights to control the number and spacing of their children. The resolution emphasizes the public health benefits of contraception, including reducing unintended pregnancies, unsafe abortions, maternal deaths, and sexually transmitted infections. It also acknowledges existing disparities in access to contraception in the U.S., particularly among racial and ethnic minorities, low-income populations, and LGBTQ+ individuals, and recognizes historical injustices related to coercive reproductive practices.

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Key Points

Main Benefit

Raises awareness about the importance of contraception and reproductive rights.

Main Concern

As a concurrent resolution, it does not create legally binding requirements or funding changes.

Who's Affected

Women and individuals capable of pregnancy

Potentially improved access to a full range of contraceptive options and reproductive health services.

Racial and ethnic minorities, low-income populations, and LGBTQ+ individuals

Focus on reducing disparities and barriers in contraception access and reproductive health care.

Healthcare providers

May require expanded training and resources to provide comprehensive contraceptive counseling and services.

Policymakers and government agencies

Encouraged to review and improve policies related to contraception access and reproductive health programs.

Latest Action

Referred to the Committee on Energy and Commerce, and in addition to the Committee on Foreign Affairs, for a period to be subsequently determined by the Speaker, in each case for consideration of such provisions as fall within the jurisdiction of the committee concerned.

Estimated Impact

Medium

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