Bill 118 HRES 265, also known as the Rise Up for LGBTQI+ Youth in Schools Initiative, is a resolution that aims to support the goals and ideals of promoting equal educational opportunities, basic civil rights protections, and freedom from erasure for all students, with a particular focus on LGBTQI+ young people in elementary and secondary schools.
The resolution calls on communities across the country to take action and demand these rights for LGBTQI+ youth in schools. It emphasizes the importance of creating safe and inclusive environments for all students, regardless of their sexual orientation or gender identity.
The Rise Up for LGBTQI+ Youth in Schools Initiative highlights the need for policies and practices that protect LGBTQI+ students from discrimination, harassment, and bullying. It also stresses the importance of providing resources and support for LGBTQI+ youth to thrive academically and socially.
Overall, Bill 118 HRES 265 seeks to raise awareness about the challenges faced by LGBTQI+ youth in schools and to encourage communities to work towards creating a more inclusive and supportive educational environment for all students.