Encouraging the celebration of the month of June as LGBTQIA+ Pride Month.
12/29/2022, 5:33 PMSummary of Bill HRES 1198
Bill 117 H.Res. 1198, also known as the LGBTQIA+ Pride Month Resolution, is a piece of legislation introduced in the US Congress that aims to encourage the celebration of the month of June as LGBTQIA+ Pride Month. The bill recognizes the contributions and struggles of the LGBTQIA+ community throughout history and seeks to promote awareness and acceptance of LGBTQIA+ individuals.The resolution highlights the importance of celebrating diversity and promoting equality for all individuals, regardless of sexual orientation or gender identity. It acknowledges the progress that has been made in advancing LGBTQIA+ rights, but also recognizes that there is still work to be done to achieve full equality and acceptance.
The bill calls on the President, the Congress, and the American people to observe LGBTQIA+ Pride Month with appropriate programs, ceremonies, and activities that celebrate the LGBTQIA+ community and promote understanding and acceptance. It also encourages the recognition of the contributions of LGBTQIA+ individuals to society and the promotion of equal rights for all. Overall, Bill 117 H.Res. 1198 aims to promote inclusivity, acceptance, and equality for the LGBTQIA+ community and to raise awareness of the issues facing LGBTQIA+ individuals. It is a step towards creating a more inclusive and accepting society for all individuals, regardless of sexual orientation or gender identity.
Congressional Summary of HRES 1198
This resolution expresses the sense of the House of Representatives that (1) lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, queer, intersex, and asexual (LGBTQIA+) rights are human rights and protected by the U.S. Constitution; (2) LGBTQIA+ Pride Month should be celebrated; and (3) all Americans should be treated equally regardless of sexual orientation or gender identity.
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Current Status of Bill HRES 1198
Bill HRES 1198 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since June 22, 2022. Bill HRES 1198 was introduced during Congress 117 and was introduced to the House on June 22, 2022. Bill HRES 1198's most recent activity was Referred to the Subcommittee on the Constitution, Civil Rights, and Civil Liberties. as of November 1, 2022Bipartisan Support of Bill HRES 1198
Total Number of Sponsors
1Democrat Sponsors
1Republican Sponsors
0Unaffiliated Sponsors
0Total Number of Cosponsors
220Democrat Cosponsors
220Republican Cosponsors
0Unaffiliated Cosponsors
0Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill HRES 1198
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Civil Rights and Liberties, Minority IssuesAlternate Title(s) of Bill HRES 1198
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