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H.RES.311: Recognizing the importance of the decision of the Supreme Court, Griswold v. Connecticut, which 40 years ago held that married couples have a constitutional right to use contraceptives, thereby recognizing the legal right of women to control their fertili
About This Bill
- This bill was introduced in the 109th Congress
- This bill is primarily about congress
- Introduced June 9, 2005
- Latest Major Action July 1, 2005
Bill Sponsor
Bill Cosponsors
50 (45 Democrats, 1 Independent Democrat, 5 Republicans)
Bill Summary
Recognizes the importance of the Supreme Court decision in Griswold v. Connecticut, which held that married couples have a constitutional right to use contraceptives. Calls for Congress to take steps to ensure that all women have universal access to affordable contraception.
(Source: Library of Congress)
Bill Actions
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Referred to the House Committee on the Judiciary.
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Referred to the Subcommittee on the Constitution.
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| June 9, 2005 |
Introduced in the House by Rosa DeLauro (D-Conn.) |