Reject Latinx Act

12/15/2023, 3:57 PM

Reject Latinx Act

This bill prohibits any official document of an executive agency that is intended for public use from containing the terms latinx or latin-x.

Bill 118 hr 2906, also known as the Reject Latinx Act, is a piece of legislation currently being considered in the US Congress. The bill aims to reject the use of the term "Latinx" in official government documents and communications.

The bill argues that the term "Latinx" is unnecessary and divisive, and that it does not accurately represent the Hispanic community. Supporters of the bill believe that the term is a form of cultural appropriation and that it undermines traditional gender roles within the Hispanic community.

Opponents of the bill argue that the term "Latinx" is inclusive and respectful of gender diversity within the Hispanic community. They believe that rejecting the term would be a step backwards in terms of promoting equality and inclusivity. If passed, the Reject Latinx Act would prohibit the use of the term "Latinx" in all official government communications and documents. It would also require government agencies to use alternative terms, such as "Hispanic" or "Latino," when referring to individuals of Latin American descent. Overall, the Reject Latinx Act has sparked a heated debate within Congress and the Hispanic community. Supporters and opponents continue to voice their opinions on the bill, with both sides presenting compelling arguments for and against its passage.
Congress
118

Number
HR - 2906

Introduced on
2023-04-26

# Amendments
0

Sponsors
+5

Cosponsors
+5

Variations and Revisions

4/26/2023

Status of Legislation

Bill Introduced
Introduced to House
House to Vote
Introduced to Senate
Senate to Vote

Purpose and Summary

Reject Latinx Act

This bill prohibits any official document of an executive agency that is intended for public use from containing the terms latinx or latin-x.

Bill 118 hr 2906, also known as the Reject Latinx Act, is a piece of legislation currently being considered in the US Congress. The bill aims to reject the use of the term "Latinx" in official government documents and communications.

The bill argues that the term "Latinx" is unnecessary and divisive, and that it does not accurately represent the Hispanic community. Supporters of the bill believe that the term is a form of cultural appropriation and that it undermines traditional gender roles within the Hispanic community.

Opponents of the bill argue that the term "Latinx" is inclusive and respectful of gender diversity within the Hispanic community. They believe that rejecting the term would be a step backwards in terms of promoting equality and inclusivity. If passed, the Reject Latinx Act would prohibit the use of the term "Latinx" in all official government communications and documents. It would also require government agencies to use alternative terms, such as "Hispanic" or "Latino," when referring to individuals of Latin American descent. Overall, the Reject Latinx Act has sparked a heated debate within Congress and the Hispanic community. Supporters and opponents continue to voice their opinions on the bill, with both sides presenting compelling arguments for and against its passage.
Alternative Names
Official Title as IntroducedTo prohibit official documents of executive agencies from containing the terms "latinx" and "latin-x", and for other purposes.

Policy Areas
Government Operations and Politics

Comments

Recent Activity

Latest Summary11/24/2023

Reject Latinx Act

This bill prohibits any official document of an executive agency that is intended for public use from containing the terms latinx or latin-x.


Latest Action4/26/2023
Referred to the House Committee on Oversight and Accountability.