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A resolution recognizing June 2021 as "LGBTQ Pride Month".

12/31/2022, 5:25 AM

Summary of Bill SRES 261

Bill 117 S.Res. 261 is a resolution that aims to recognize the month of June 2021 as "LGBTQ Pride Month." The resolution acknowledges the contributions and struggles of the LGBTQ community throughout history and highlights the importance of promoting equality and acceptance for all individuals, regardless of sexual orientation or gender identity.

The resolution emphasizes the need to combat discrimination and violence against LGBTQ individuals and calls for continued efforts to ensure equal rights and protections for all members of the LGBTQ community. It also recognizes the progress that has been made in advancing LGBTQ rights, while acknowledging that there is still work to be done to achieve full equality and acceptance.

Overall, Bill 117 S.Res. 261 serves as a symbolic gesture of support for the LGBTQ community and a reminder of the ongoing fight for equality and inclusion. It encourages individuals and communities to celebrate and honor the diversity and resilience of the LGBTQ community during the month of June and beyond.

Congressional Summary of SRES 261

This resolution expresses support for the rights, freedoms, and equal treatment of lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, and queer (LGBTQ) individuals.

The resolution recognizes that LGBTQ rights are human rights and protected by the laws of the United States and international treaties.

Additionally, the resolution encourages the celebration of LGBTQ Pride Month in June.

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Current Status of Bill SRES 261

Bill SRES 261 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since June 8, 2021. Bill SRES 261 was introduced during Congress 117 and was introduced to the Senate on June 8, 2021.  Bill SRES 261's most recent activity was Referred to the Committee on the Judiciary. (text: CR S3991-3992) as of June 8, 2021

Bipartisan Support of Bill SRES 261

Total Number of Sponsors
1
Democrat Sponsors
1
Republican Sponsors
0
Unaffiliated Sponsors
0
Total Number of Cosponsors
98
Democrat Cosponsors
94
Republican Cosponsors
0
Unaffiliated Cosponsors
4

Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill SRES 261

Primary Policy Focus

Civil Rights and Liberties, Minority Issues

Potential Impact Areas

- Commemorative events and holidays
- Human rights
- International law and treaties
- Sex, gender, sexual orientation discrimination
- U.S. history

Alternate Title(s) of Bill SRES 261

A resolution recognizing June 2021 as "LGBTQ Pride Month".
A resolution recognizing June 2021 as "LGBTQ Pride Month".

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Sponsors and Cosponsors of SRES 261

Sherrod Brown
Sherrod Brown
OhioDemocrat
Elizabeth Warren
Elizabeth Warren
MassachusettsDemocrat
Mark R. Warner
Mark R. Warner
VirginiaDemocrat
Sheldon Whitehouse
Sheldon Whitehouse
Rhode IslandDemocrat
Raphael G. Warnock
Raphael G. Warnock
GeorgiaDemocrat
Ron Wyden
Ron Wyden
OregonDemocrat

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