20/13902: Motion for the Introduction of a Commemoration Day for Unborn Life
This is an article about a motion in the German Bundestag, titled “20/13902: Antrag Einführung eines Gedenktages für ungeborenes Leben (PDF)”. The motion was submitted by the Christian Democratic Union (CDU) and the Christian Social Union (CSU). The motion calls for the introduction of a national day of remembrance for unborn life in Germany.
The motion argues that unborn life is worthy of protection and respect, and that a day of remembrance would help to raise awareness of the importance of protecting unborn life. The motion also argues that a day of remembrance would help to promote a culture of life in Germany.
The motion has been met with mixed reactions. Some groups, such as the German Bishops’ Conference, have welcomed the motion. Other groups, such as the German Association for Family Planning, have criticized the motion, arguing that it would stigmatize women who have had abortions.
The Bundestag is expected to debate the motion in the coming weeks. If the motion is passed, it will be up to the German government to decide whether to introduce a national day of remembrance for unborn life.
Additional Information
- The motion was submitted on November 25, 2024.
- The motion is sponsored by the CDU/CSU parliamentary group.
- The motion has been referred to the Committee on Family Affairs, Senior Citizens, Women and Youth for further consideration.
- The Committee on Family Affairs, Senior Citizens, Women and Youth is expected to hold a hearing on the motion in the coming weeks.
- The Bundestag is expected to vote on the motion in the spring of 2025.
Links
- Text of the motion (in German): dipbt.bundestag.de/dip21/btd/20/139/13902.pdf
- Website of the German Bundestag: www.bundestag.de
20/13902: Antrag Einführung eines Gedenktages für ungeborenes Leben (PDF)
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