The Senate Resolution expresses strong support for pregnancy resource centers in New Jersey, highlighting their essential role in providing care and resources to pregnant women, including alternatives to abortion, medical treatment, and parenting education. In 2022, these centers contributed over $3.6 million in services and goods to more than 23,000 individuals, demonstrating their significant impact on the community. The resolution emphasizes that these centers operate as non-profit organizations, often faith-based, and offer their services without discrimination based on religious affiliation or financial capability.
In contrast, the resolution condemns Attorney General Matthew J. Platkin for his alleged harassment of these centers, which is framed as part of a politically motivated campaign against them. It points out that despite the absence of any complaints from clients, the Attorney General has issued investigative subpoenas demanding extensive documentation from the centers, which are viewed as an overreach of his authority and an attempt to suppress organizations that provide alternatives to abortion. The resolution calls for the protection of the valuable support that pregnancy resource centers offer and seeks to hold the Attorney General accountable for his actions.