The resolution condemns the actions of Republican members of the United States Congress for their failure to support Senate Bill 3612 (SB3612), which aimed to protect access to in vitro fertilization (IVF) and other reproductive health services. It highlights the importance of IVF for individuals struggling with infertility, noting that 90% of infertility cases are treatable through various medical therapies, including IVF. The resolution emphasizes that SB3612 would have established a federal statutory right to assisted reproductive technology, allowing individuals to access and complete IVF treatments without fear of legal repercussions. Despite some Republican senators initially expressing support for IVF, they ultimately voted against the bill, which failed to advance in the Senate.
In addition to condemning the Republican senators' actions, the resolution reaffirms New Jersey's commitment to protecting reproductive freedom and ensuring full access to reproductive health care for its citizens. It criticizes the contradictory stance of Republican lawmakers who publicly supported IVF while rejecting the legislation that would have solidified those rights. The resolution calls for continued advocacy for reproductive health services and family planning options, including IVF, in New Jersey and beyond. Copies of the resolution will be sent to relevant state and federal officials to communicate New Jersey's position on this critical issue.