Supporting the right of LGBTQI+ people to equal and inalienable human rights, economic rights, civil rights, and social and political equity at home and abroad and condemning discrimination, persecution, and violence against LGBTQI+ identifying individuals and communities everywhere, including in Europe and Eurasia.

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Summary of Bill HRES 470

Bill 117 H.Res. 470, titled "Supporting the right of LGBTQI+ people to equal and inalienable human rights, economic rights, civil rights, and social and political equity at home and abroad and condemning discrimination, persecution, and violence against LGBTQI+ identifying individuals and communities everywhere, including in Europe and Eurasia," is a piece of legislation that aims to advocate for the rights of LGBTQI+ individuals both domestically and internationally.

The bill emphasizes the importance of ensuring that LGBTQI+ people have access to the same human rights, economic opportunities, civil liberties, and social and political equality as everyone else. It condemns any form of discrimination, persecution, or violence against LGBTQI+ identifying individuals and communities, particularly in Europe and Eurasia.

The legislation calls for the United States to take a stand against any violations of LGBTQI+ rights and to work towards promoting equality and acceptance for all individuals, regardless of their sexual orientation or gender identity. It also urges other countries to do the same and to protect the rights of LGBTQI+ individuals within their borders. Overall, Bill 117 H.Res. 470 seeks to raise awareness about the challenges faced by LGBTQI+ individuals and to promote a more inclusive and accepting society both at home and abroad.

Congressional Summary of HRES 470

This resolution addresses issues involving LGBTQI+ identifying people.

Specifically, the resolution

calls on the Department of State, the U.S. Agency for International Development, and other federal agencies to include the promotion of equal rights for LGBTQI+ identifying people in their work;
condemns discrimination, persecution, and violence against LGBTQI+ identifying people;
calls on governments across Europe and Eurasia to foster safe and equitable environments for all people; and
urges the U.S. government to increase funding for LGBTQI+ human rights organizations in Europe and Eurasia.

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Current Status of Bill HRES 470

Bill HRES 470 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since June 11, 2021. Bill HRES 470 was introduced during Congress 117 and was introduced to the House on June 11, 2021. Bill HRES 470's most recent activity was Referred to the Subcommittee on the Constitution, Civil Rights, and Civil Liberties. as of November 1, 2022

Bipartisan Support of Bill HRES 470

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Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill HRES 470

Primary Policy Focus

International Affairs

Potential Impact Areas

- Asia

- Assault and harassment offenses

- Child safety and welfare

- Civil Rights and Liberties, Minority Issues

- Elementary and secondary education

- Employment discrimination and employee rights

- Europe

- Hate crimes

- Human rights

- International organizations and cooperation

- Sex, gender, sexual orientation discrimination

- Violent crime

Alternate Title(s) of Bill HRES 470

Supporting the right of LGBTQI+ people to equal and inalienable human rights, economic rights, civil rights, and social and political equity at home and abroad and condemning discrimination, persecution, and violence against LGBTQI+ identifying individuals and communities everywhere, including in Europe and Eurasia.