Summary

Designates March 10 as a day to appreciate abortion providers and their staff for providing essential, time-sensitive, compassionate care in person and via telehealth, citing the murder of Dr. David Gunn on March 10, 1993. States factual findings about the effects of the Dobbs decision, increases in state bans and clinic closures, reduced access for millions, harms from denied care, and rising harassment and violence against providers—while calling providers essential and courageous.

• Designates March 10 as a day to appreciate abortion providers and their staff, honoring Dr. David Gunn.
• States that the Dobbs decision overturned Roe v. Wade and worsened abortion access nationwide.
• Reports that as of March 2025 many states had banned or restricted abortion, leaving millions without local access.
• Finds that bans and restrictions have led to clinic closures, longer travel and delays, and strain on support organizations.
• Notes that being denied abortion care is linked to worse health outcomes, more exposure to violence, and increased poverty risk.
• Documents a rise in harassment, threats, vandalism, and violence against providers, with documented incidents disproportionately affecting providers and patients of color.
• Recognizes abortion providers as essential and courageous despite escalating threats and political interference.
• Does not create funding, legal rights, or mandates; the resolution is symbolic and declaratory.