S.conres4 - Expressing support for the Geneva Consensus Declaration on Promoting Women’s Health and Strengthening the Family and urging that the United States rejoin this historic declaration. (119th Congress)
Summary
Senate Concurrent Resolution 4 expresses support for the Geneva Consensus Declaration, urging the United States to rejoin it. The declaration focuses on promoting women's health, strengthening the family, and affirming national sovereignty in related policies. It emphasizes the value of life and asserts that there is no international right to abortion.
Expected Effects
If passed, this resolution would signal Congressional support for the principles of the Geneva Consensus Declaration. It could influence future executive branch decisions regarding international agreements and funding related to women's health and family planning. The resolution also aims to reinforce existing federal laws against funding abortions in foreign countries.
Potential Benefits
- Reinforces the importance of the family unit.
- Supports the right of each nation to determine its own laws regarding women's health.
- Strengthens international cooperation among countries with similar values.
- Reaffirms the value of every human life.
- Could lead to increased focus on women's health initiatives beyond abortion.
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Potential Disadvantages
- May strain relationships with countries that do not share the same views on abortion and women's health.
- Could limit access to abortion services in foreign countries through funding restrictions.
- May be perceived as imposing US values on other nations.
- Could hinder efforts to promote comprehensive reproductive healthcare.
- Divides the international community on sensitive topics.
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Constitutional Alignment
The resolution's emphasis on national sovereignty aligns with the Tenth Amendment, which reserves powers not delegated to the federal government to the states or the people. The resolution does not directly infringe upon any specific constitutional rights. However, debates surrounding abortion rights often invoke constitutional considerations of privacy and equal protection.
Impact Assessment: Things You Care About ⓘ
This action has been evaluated across 19 key areas that matter to you. Scores range from 1 (highly disadvantageous) to 5 (highly beneficial).