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

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Summary of Bill HRES 815

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.

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Current Status of Bill HRES 815

Bill HRES 815 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since October 26, 2023. Bill HRES 815 was introduced during Congress 118 and was introduced to the House on October 26, 2023.  Bill HRES 815's most recent activity was Referred to the Subcommittee on Health. as of November 3, 2023

Bipartisan Support of Bill HRES 815

Total Number of Sponsors
1
Democrat Sponsors
1
Republican Sponsors
0
Unaffiliated Sponsors
0
Total Number of Cosponsors
38
Democrat Cosponsors
38
Republican Cosponsors
0
Unaffiliated Cosponsors
0

Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill HRES 815

Primary Policy Focus

Civil Rights and Liberties, Minority Issues

Potential Impact Areas

Commemorative events and holidaysSex, gender, sexual orientation discrimination

Alternate Title(s) of Bill HRES 815

Expressing support for the recognition of October 26, 2023, as "Intersex Awareness Day", and supporting the goals and ideals of Intersex Awareness Day.Expressing support for the recognition of October 26, 2023, as "Intersex Awareness Day", and supporting the goals and ideals of Intersex Awareness Day.
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Sponsors and Cosponsors of HRES 815

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Becca Balint
Vermont(Democrat)
R
Bonnie Watson Coleman
New Jersey(Democrat)
R
Debbie Wasserman Schultz
Florida(Democrat)
R
Mark Takano
California(Democrat)
R
Linda T. Sánchez
California(Democrat)

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