Expressing support for the recognition of October 26, 2023, as "Intersex Awareness Day", and supporting the goals and ideals of Intersex Awareness Day.

3/8/2024, 1:45 PM
Referred to the Subcommittee on Health.
Bill 118 HRES 815, also known as the "Intersex Awareness Day" bill, aims to recognize October 26, 2023, as "Intersex Awareness Day" and show support for the goals and ideals of this important day. The bill highlights the need to raise awareness about intersex individuals, who are born with variations in sex characteristics that do not fit typical definitions of male or female.

The bill emphasizes the importance of promoting understanding and acceptance of intersex individuals, as well as advocating for their rights and well-being. By designating October 26th as "Intersex Awareness Day", the bill seeks to bring attention to the challenges and discrimination faced by intersex individuals, and to promote inclusivity and respect for all gender identities.

Overall, Bill 118 HRES 815 aims to support the goals and ideals of Intersex Awareness Day, and to encourage education and awareness about intersex issues in order to create a more inclusive and understanding society.
Congress
118

Number
HRES - 815

Introduced on
2023-10-26

# Amendments
0

Sponsors
+5

Cosponsors
+5

Variations and Revisions

10/26/2023

Status of Legislation

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

Purpose and Summary

Referred to the Subcommittee on Health.
Bill 118 HRES 815, also known as the "Intersex Awareness Day" bill, aims to recognize October 26, 2023, as "Intersex Awareness Day" and show support for the goals and ideals of this important day. The bill highlights the need to raise awareness about intersex individuals, who are born with variations in sex characteristics that do not fit typical definitions of male or female.

The bill emphasizes the importance of promoting understanding and acceptance of intersex individuals, as well as advocating for their rights and well-being. By designating October 26th as "Intersex Awareness Day", the bill seeks to bring attention to the challenges and discrimination faced by intersex individuals, and to promote inclusivity and respect for all gender identities.

Overall, Bill 118 HRES 815 aims to support the goals and ideals of Intersex Awareness Day, and to encourage education and awareness about intersex issues in order to create a more inclusive and understanding society.
Alternative Names
Official Title as IntroducedExpressing support for the recognition of October 26, 2023, as "Intersex Awareness Day", and supporting the goals and ideals of Intersex Awareness Day.

Policy Areas
Civil Rights and Liberties, Minority Issues

Potential Impact
Commemorative events and holidays
Sex, gender, sexual orientation discrimination

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Referred to the Subcommittee on Health.