Expressing support for July to be designated as "Disability Pride Month".
12/15/2023, 3:52 PMSummary of Bill HRES 619
Bill 118 HRES 619, also known as the "Disability Pride Month" resolution, is a piece of legislation that aims to designate the month of July as a time to celebrate and recognize individuals with disabilities. The resolution expresses support for the idea of promoting awareness and understanding of the challenges faced by people with disabilities, as well as celebrating their achievements and contributions to society.The resolution highlights the importance of recognizing the rights and dignity of individuals with disabilities, and calls for increased efforts to ensure equal opportunities and access to resources for people with disabilities. It also emphasizes the need to combat discrimination and promote inclusion and acceptance of individuals with disabilities in all aspects of society.
The resolution has garnered bipartisan support in Congress, with lawmakers from both parties coming together to show their support for the recognition of Disability Pride Month. Supporters of the resolution believe that designating July as Disability Pride Month will help raise awareness about the issues facing individuals with disabilities, and promote a more inclusive and accepting society. Overall, Bill 118 HRES 619 is a non-partisan effort to celebrate and honor individuals with disabilities, and to promote greater understanding and acceptance of their unique experiences and contributions.
Congressional Summary of HRES 619
This resolution expresses support for the designation of July as Disability Pride Month.
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Current Status of Bill HRES 619
Bill HRES 619 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since July 26, 2023. Bill HRES 619 was introduced during Congress 118 and was introduced to the House on July 26, 2023. Bill HRES 619's most recent activity was Referred to the House Committee on Education and the Workforce. as of July 26, 2023Bipartisan Support of Bill HRES 619
Total Number of Sponsors
1Democrat Sponsors
1Republican Sponsors
0Unaffiliated Sponsors
0Total Number of Cosponsors
30Democrat Cosponsors
24Republican Cosponsors
6Unaffiliated Cosponsors
0Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill HRES 619
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Civil Rights and Liberties, Minority IssuesAlternate Title(s) of Bill HRES 619
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