In honor of mothers, recognizing the significance of motherhood and the impact mothers have on raising the next generation, on the occasion of Mother's Day.
HRES 396 is a non-binding House resolution recognizing motherhood on Mother's Day. It expresses support for the term "mother" and criticizes language alternatives like "pregnant people" or "birthing person," while stating mothers are defined as women. The resolution contains no policy changes or concrete effects - it is purely symbolic, affirming traditional definitions of motherhood without altering laws or impacting any programs. It was introduced by multiple House members and referred to the Education and Workforce Committee.
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Introduced May 11, 2023
Last action May 11, 2023
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May 11, 2023
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Referred to the House Committee on Education and the Workforce.
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May 11, 2023
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1 primary · 44 co-sponsors
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Randy K. Weber, Sr.
RRepublican
Co
Andy Biggs
RRepublican
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Ashley Hinson
RRepublican
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August Pfluger
RRepublican
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Barry Moore
RRepublican
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Beth Van Duyne
RRepublican
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Brandon Williams
RRepublican
Co
Brian Babin
RRepublican
Co
Dale W. Strong
RRepublican
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Dan Crenshaw
RRepublican
Co
Debbie Lesko
RRepublican
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