Policy area
Civil Rights and Liberties, Minority Issues
A policy area is the single top-level classification the Congressional Research Service assigns to a bill. The term is the government's own wording, shown word for word; this site did not write it or choose it.
479 bills carry this term in the covered Congresses.
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Showing the 200 with the most recent action, of 479.
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Confronting and Correcting Historical Injustices Act
Referred to the Committee on the Judiciary, and in addition to the Committees on Education and Workforce, and Armed Services, for a period to be subsequently determined by the Speaker, in each case for consideration of such provisions as fall within the jurisdiction of the committee concerned.
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Recognizing the 50th anniversary of the Hyde Amendment and its enduring legacy of saving the lives of more than 2,600,000 unborn children and respecting the conscience rights of the American people.
Referred to the House Committee on Energy and Commerce.
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A resolution expressing the sense of the Senate regarding the importance of religious freedom, authoritative texts, and transparency in artificial intelligence systems.
Submitted in the Senate, considered, and agreed to without amendment and with a preamble by Unanimous Consent. (consideration: CR S4958; text: CR S4951)
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Expressing support for the designation of September 23, 2026, as "Mary Church Terrell Day", and calling on Congress to recognize Mary Church Terrell's lasting contributions to the civil rights and women's rights movements.
Referred to the House Committee on Oversight and Government Reform.
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Renewing the African American Civil Rights Network Act
Ordered to be Reported (Amended) by Unanimous Consent.
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No Grounds for Discrimination Act
Referred to the House Committee on the Judiciary.
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Restoring Civil Rights Attorney’s Fees Act of 2026
Referred to the House Committee on the Judiciary.
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Declaring unconditional war on racism and invidious discrimination and providing for the establishment of a Cabinet-level Department of Reconciliation charged with eliminating racism and invidious discrimination.
Referred to the House Committee on the Judiciary.
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Right to Worship Act
Referred to the House Committee on the Judiciary.
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Right to Worship Act
Read twice and referred to the Committee on the Judiciary.
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Expressing support for July to be designated as "Disability Pride Month".
Referred to the House Committee on Education and Workforce.
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A resolution commemorating June 19, 2026, as "Juneteenth National Independence Day" in recognition of June 19, 1865, the date on which news of the end of slavery reached the slaves in the Southwestern States.
Resolution agreed to in Senate without amendment and with a preamble by Unanimous Consent. (consideration: CR S4286)
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Recognizing the importance of independent living and economic self-sufficiency for individuals with disabilities made possible by the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990 and calling for further action to strengthen and expand opportunities for individuals with disabilities to participate in work and community life.
Referred to the Committee on Education and Workforce, and in addition to the Committees on Transportation and Infrastructure, the Judiciary, Energy and Commerce, and Financial Services, for a period to be subsequently determined by the Speaker, in each case for consideration of such provisions as fall within the jurisdiction of the committee concerned.
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Preventing Forced Abortions Act of 2026
Referred to the House Committee on the Judiciary.
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Condemning all forms of hate.
Referred to the House Committee on the Judiciary.
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Renewing the African American Civil Rights Network Act
Committee on Energy and Natural Resources Subcommittee on National Parks. Hearings held.
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Recognizing the need to improve physical access to many federally funded facilities for all persons of the United States, particularly persons with disabilities.
Referred to the Committee on Education and Workforce, and in addition to the Committees on the Judiciary, Transportation and Infrastructure, Energy and Commerce, and Oversight and Government Reform, for a period to be subsequently determined by the Speaker, in each case for consideration of such provisions as fall within the jurisdiction of the committee concerned.
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Jewish American Security Act
Referred to the Subcommittee on Counterterrorism and Intelligence.
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Department of Homeland Security Office for Civil Rights and Civil Liberties Authorization Act
Referred to the Subcommittee on Oversight, Investigations, and Accountability.
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Celebrating the country's history of church-state separation and recognizing the 250th anniversary of the founding of the United States.
Referred to the House Committee on Oversight and Government Reform.
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Online Accessibility Act
Referred to the House Committee on Energy and Commerce.
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Preserving Our Constitution Act of 2026
Referred to the House Committee on the Judiciary.
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Original LGBTQIA+ Pride Month Resolution of 2026
Referred to the House Committee on the Judiciary.
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Expressing the sense of the House of Representatives that Congress must urgently take all appropriate measures to guarantee civil rights and fair political representation to all Americans.
Referred to the House Committee on the Judiciary.
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Celebrating the accomplishments of title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972, also known as the Patsy Takemoto Mink Equal Opportunity in Education Act, and recognizing the need to continue pursuing the goal of educational opportunities for all women and girls.
Referred to the House Committee on Education and Workforce.
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A resolution recognizing June 2026, as "LGBTQ Pride Month".
Referred to the Committee on the Judiciary. (text: CR S3215-3216)
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Latonya Reeves Freedom Act of 2026
Referred to the Committee on Energy and Commerce, and in addition to the Committee on the Judiciary, for a period to be subsequently determined by the Speaker, in each case for consideration of such provisions as fall within the jurisdiction of the committee concerned.
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Latonya Reeves Freedom Act of 2026
Read twice and referred to the Committee on Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions.
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A resolution celebrating the accomplishments of title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972, also known as the Patsy Takemoto Mink Equal Opportunity in Education Act, and recognizing the need to continue pursuing the goal of educational opportunities for all women and girls.
Referred to the Committee on Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions. (text: CR S3061)
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A resolution commemorating the anniversary of the antisemitic attack on participants in the Run for Their Lives walk in Boulder, Colorado on June 1, 2025.
Resolution agreed to in Senate without amendment and with a preamble by Unanimous Consent. (consideration: CR S3024)
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Commemorating 10 years since the Pulse nightclub shooting in Orlando, Florida, on June 12, 2016.
Referred to the House Committee on Oversight and Government Reform.
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Expressing support of the goal of celebrating a "National Day of Honor and Respect" in conjunction with "Constitution Day and Citizenship Day".
Referred to the House Committee on the Judiciary.
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Freedom to Travel for Health Care Act of 2026
Read twice and referred to the Committee on the Judiciary.
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Equal Remedies Act of 2026
Read twice and referred to the Committee on Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions.
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Equal Remedies Act of 2026
Referred to the Committee on Education and Workforce, and in addition to the Committee on the Judiciary, for a period to be subsequently determined by the Speaker, in each case for consideration of such provisions as fall within the jurisdiction of the committee concerned.
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Condemning racist rhetoric targeting Indian and Chinese Americans, reaffirming that immigrants from all backgrounds are vital to the United States, and calling on all elected officials to refrain from language that promotes racial or ethnic division.
Referred to the House Committee on the Judiciary.
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Civil Rights Cold Case Records Collection Reauthorization Act
Ordered to be Reported (Amended) by the Yeas and Nays: 36 - 4.
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Jewish American Security Act
Read twice and referred to the Committee on Homeland Security and Governmental Affairs.
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A resolution recognizing the significance of Jewish American Heritage Month and calling on elected officials and civil society leaders to counter antisemitism.
Submitted in the Senate, considered, and agreed to without amendment and with a preamble by Unanimous Consent. (consideration: CR S2351; text: CR S2379-2380)
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Protecting American Voters’ Rights Act
Referred to the House Committee on the Judiciary.
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To acknowledge the Black Women Best framework to empower and improve life for all through guaranteed income, expanding child and income tax credit, increasing access to equitable health care and government assistance, prohibiting policing in schools, and prioritizing restorative justice.
Referred to the House Committee on Oversight and Government Reform.
- H.Res. 1251 (119th) May 13, 2026
Calling on elected officials and civil society leaders to counter antisemitism and educate the public on the contributions of the Jewish-American community.
Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection.
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CARES Hotline Act
Referred to the House Committee on Energy and Commerce.
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Condemning antisemitic hate-filled rhetoric and content disseminated by prominent online personalities, and urging social media platforms and public leaders to denounce and address such conduct.
Referred to the Committee on the Judiciary, and in addition to the Committee on Energy and Commerce, for a period to be subsequently determined by the Speaker, in each case for consideration of such provisions as fall within the jurisdiction of the committee concerned.
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Expressing support for the month of April as "Sikh History Month".
Referred to the House Committee on Oversight and Government Reform.
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Stop DEI Act
Referred to the House Committee on Education and Workforce.
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ACCESS Act of 2026.
Referred to the House Committee on the Judiciary.
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PEARL Act
Referred to the House Committee on Energy and Commerce.
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FAITH Act
Referred to the House Committee on the Judiciary.
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District of Columbia Firearm Freedom Act
Referred to the Committee on Oversight and Government Reform, and in addition to the Committee on the Judiciary, for a period to be subsequently determined by the Speaker, in each case for consideration of such provisions as fall within the jurisdiction of the committee concerned.
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A resolution supporting the goals and ideals of the 2026 Day of Silence in bringing attention to anti-LGBTQI+ bullying, harassment, discrimination, and other forms of victimization faced by individuals in schools, and calling on communities across the country to take action to demand equal educational opportunity, basic civil rights protections, and freedom from erasure for all students, particularly LGBTQI+ young people, in K-12 schools.
Read twice and referred to the Committee on Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions. (text: CR S1787)
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Supporting the designation of April 10 as "Dolores Huerta Day", in honor of the accomplishments and legacy of the trailblazing labor and civil rights leader Dolores Huerta.
Referred to the House Committee on Oversight and Government Reform.
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Defending Women in the Workplace Act
Referred to the House Committee on Education and Workforce.
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Supporting the goals and ideals of Glisten's (formerly GLSEN's) 2026 Day of Silence in bringing attention to anti-LGBTQI+ bullying, harassment, discrimination, and other forms of victimization faced by individuals in schools, and calling communities across the country to action to demand equal educational opportunity, basic civil rights protections, and freedom from erasure for all students, particularly LGBTQI+ young people, in K-12 schools.
Referred to the Committee on Energy and Commerce, and in addition to the Committee on the Judiciary, for a period to be subsequently determined by the Speaker, in each case for consideration of such provisions as fall within the jurisdiction of the committee concerned.
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Supporting the goals and ideals of International Transgender Day of Visibility.
Referred to the House Committee on the Judiciary.
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Supporting the goals and ideals of National Women's History Month.
Referred to the House Committee on Oversight and Government Reform.
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ADA 30 Days to Comply Act
Ordered to be Reported (Amended) by the Yeas and Nays: 16 - 8.
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Fair Treatment of Religious Organizations Act of 2026
Referred to the Committee on Ways and Means, and in addition to the Committee on Oversight and Government Reform, for a period to be subsequently determined by the Speaker, in each case for consideration of such provisions as fall within the jurisdiction of the committee concerned.
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Guardianship Bill of Rights Act of 2026
Read twice and referred to the Committee on Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions.
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A concurrent resolution supporting the goals and ideals of International Transgender Day of Visibility.
Read twice and referred to the Committee on the Judiciary. (text: CR S1675)
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Defeat Sharia Law in America Act
Referred to the House Committee on the Judiciary.
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A resolution commemorating the 250th anniversary of the passage of the resolution of March 16, 1776, which declared May 17 as a day of humiliation, fasting, and prayer.
Submitted in the Senate, considered, and agreed to without amendment and with a preamble by Unanimous Consent. (consideration: CR S1202; text: CR S1207)
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A resolution honoring the life and legacy of Reverend Jesse Louis Jackson, Sr., and commending him for his significant leadership during the Civil Rights Movement and his decades of advocacy in pursuit of justice, equality, and human rights.
Resolution agreed to in Senate without amendment and with a preamble by Unanimous Consent. (consideration: CR S1058)
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Land Reparations Commission Act
Referred to the House Committee on the Judiciary.
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Memorializing Rev. Jesse Jackson by flying the flag of the United States at halfstaff.
Referred to the House Committee on the Judiciary.
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Honoring the life and legacy of Rev. Jesse Louis Jackson, Sr.
Referred to the House Committee on Oversight and Government Reform.
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Websites and Software Applications Accessibility Act of 2026
Read twice and referred to the Committee on Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions.
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Original Black History Month Resolution of 2026
Referred to the House Committee on Oversight and Government Reform.
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A resolution celebrating Black History Month.
Submitted in the Senate, considered, and agreed to without amendment and with a preamble by Unanimous Consent. (consideration: CR S689; text: CR S687-688)
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Recognizing the desegregation efforts at Girard College in Philadelphia, and the leaders involved in African-American integration and civil rights expansion.
Referred to the House Committee on the Judiciary.
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Defeat Sharia Law in America Act
Read twice and referred to the Committee on the Judiciary.
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Recognizing the significance of the Greensboro Four sit-in during Black History Month.
Referred to the Committee on Education and Workforce, and in addition to the Committee on the Judiciary, for a period to be subsequently determined by the Speaker, in each case for consideration of such provisions as fall within the jurisdiction of the committee concerned.
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Expressing the sense of the House of Representatives that the United States must recommit to defend and uphold the rights and protections guaranteed by the Fourteenth Amendment to the United States Constitution to ensure that our democracy works for all of us, not just a powerful few.
Referred to the House Committee on the Judiciary.
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Protecting Small Businesses from Predatory Website Lawsuits Act
Referred to the House Committee on Energy and Commerce.
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Condemning the violent disruption of a religious worship service at Cities Church in St. Paul, Minnesota, reaffirming the constitutional right to religious freedom, and commending the Department of Justice for its prompt investigation.
Referred to the House Committee on the Judiciary.
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Sikh American Anti-Discrimination Act of 2026
Referred to the House Committee on the Judiciary.
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Eliminating Bias in Algorithmic Systems Act of 2026
Referred to the House Committee on Oversight and Government Reform.
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Honoring Reverend Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr., by celebrating diversity, promoting tolerance, and condemning hate.
Referred to the House Committee on the Judiciary.
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Life at Conception Act of 2026
Read twice and referred to the Committee on the Judiciary.
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Eliminating Bias in Algorithmic Systems Act of 2026
Read twice and referred to the Committee on Homeland Security and Governmental Affairs.
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No Political Enemies Act
Referred to the Committee on the Judiciary, and in addition to the Committees on Oversight and Government Reform, and Ways and Means, for a period to be subsequently determined by the Speaker, in each case for consideration of such provisions as fall within the jurisdiction of the committee concerned.
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Commemorating the Akron Urban League's centennial.
Referred to the House Committee on Education and Workforce.
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No Political Enemies Act
Read twice and referred to the Committee on the Judiciary.
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Qualified Immunity Abolition Act of 2026
Referred to the House Committee on the Judiciary.
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Qualified Immunity Abolition Act of 2026
Read twice and referred to the Committee on the Judiciary.
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Customer Non-Discrimination Act
Referred to the House Committee on the Judiciary.
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A resolution condemning the rise in ideologically motivated attacks on Jewish individuals in the United States, including the recent violent assault in Boulder, Colorado, and reaffirming the commitment of the Senate to combating antisemitism and politically motivated violence.
Resolution agreed to in Senate without amendment and with a preamble by Unanimous Consent. (consideration: CR S90; text: CR 6/18/2025 S3474)
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A resolution recognizing the third commemoration of the anti-LGBTQ+ attack that occurred on November 19-20, 2022, at Club Q, an LGBTQ+ bar in Colorado Springs, Colorado.
Resolution agreed to in Senate without amendment and with a preamble by Unanimous Consent. (consideration: CR S90; text: CR 11/19 S8242)
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Recognizing the significance of Atlanta, Georgia, as the cradle of the civil rights movement.
Referred to the House Committee on the Judiciary.
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Antisemitism Response and Prevention Act of 2025
Referred to the Subcommittee on Counterterrorism and Intelligence.
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Original Resolution Honoring Harriet Tubman
Referred to the House Committee on the Judiciary.
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Recognizing the 90th anniversary of the National Council of Negro Women and honoring its historic legacy and continued service to the Nation.
Referred to the House Committee on Oversight and Government Reform.
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Civil Rights Cold Case Records Collection Reauthorization Act
Held at the desk.
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Robert Parris Moses Congressional Gold Medal Act
Referred to the House Committee on Financial Services.
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Accountability for Federal Law Enforcement Act
Read twice and referred to the Committee on the Judiciary. (Sponsor introductory remarks on measure: CR S8731-8732)
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Condemning the Supreme Court's decision to overturn Roe v. Wade and Planned Parenthood v. Casey and committing to advancing reproductive justice and judicial reform.
Referred to the Committee on the Judiciary, and in addition to the Committee on Energy and Commerce, for a period to be subsequently determined by the Speaker, in each case for consideration of such provisions as fall within the jurisdiction of the committee concerned.
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A resolution condemning white supremacy, hate, and antisemitism, and efforts to give a platform to these dangerous ideologies.
Referred to the Committee on the Judiciary. (Sponsor introductory remarks on measure: CR S8531-8532; text: CR S8531)
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A resolution condemning anti-Palestinian hatred on the anniversary of the attack in Burlington, Vermont, on November 25, 2023.
Referred to the Committee on the Judiciary. (text: CR S8515)
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Recognizing that immigrant justice and reproductive justice are inseparable and must be pursued together.
Referred to the Committee on the Judiciary, and in addition to the Committees on Energy and Commerce, and Homeland Security, for a period to be subsequently determined by the Speaker, in each case for consideration of such provisions as fall within the jurisdiction of the committee concerned.
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Supporting the goals and principles of Transgender Day of Remembrance by recognizing the epidemic of violence toward transgender people and memorializing the lives lost this year.
Referred to the House Committee on the Judiciary.
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A resolution supporting the goals and principles of Transgender Day of Remembrance by recognizing the epidemic of violence toward transgender people and memorializing the lives lost this year.
Referred to the Committee on the Judiciary. (text: CR S8280)
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A resolution honoring Wadee Alfayoumi, a 6-year-old Palestinian-American boy, murdered as a victim of a hate crime for his Palestinian-Muslim identity, in the State of Illinois.
Referred to the Committee on the Judiciary. (text: CR S8243)
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Bivens Act of 2025
Referred to the House Committee on the Judiciary.
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Constitutional Accountability Act
Referred to the House Committee on the Judiciary.
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Constitutional Accountability Act
Read twice and referred to the Committee on the Judiciary.
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Bivens Act of 2025
Read twice and referred to the Committee on the Judiciary.
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Recognizing the 75th anniversary of The Arc of the United States, a leading organization promoting and protecting the civil and human rights of people with intellectual and developmental disabilities and actively supporting their full inclusion and participation in the community throughout their lifetimes.
Referred to the House Committee on Education and Workforce.
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Expressing support for the recognition of October 26, 2025, as Intersex Awareness Day, and supporting the goals and ideals of Intersex Awareness Day.
Referred to the Committee on Energy and Commerce, and in addition to the Committee on Education and Workforce, for a period to be subsequently determined by the Speaker, in each case for consideration of such provisions as fall within the jurisdiction of the committee concerned.
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Recognizing the significance of equal pay and the pay disparity between disabled women and both disabled and nondisabled men.
Referred to the House Committee on Education and Workforce.
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Recognizing the contributions made to the United States by the Indian American diaspora and condemning recent acts of racism against Indian Americans.
Referred to the House Committee on Oversight and Government Reform.
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No Shari’a Act
Read twice and referred to the Committee on the Judiciary.
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Honoring Wadee Alfayoumi, a 6-year-old Palestinian-American boy, murdered as a victim of a hate crime for his Palestinian-Muslim identity, in the State of Illinois.
Referred to the House Committee on the Judiciary.
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Expressing concern about the growing problem of book banning and the proliferation of threats to freedom of expression in the United States.
Referred to the Committee on Education and Workforce, and in addition to the Committees on the Judiciary, and Armed Services, for a period to be subsequently determined by the Speaker, in each case for consideration of such provisions as fall within the jurisdiction of the committee concerned.
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A resolution expressing concern about the growing problem of book banning, and the proliferation of threats to freedom of expression in the United States.
Referred to the Committee on the Judiciary.
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A resolution condemning antisemitic hatred on the anniversary of the terrorist attacks of October 7, 2023.
Referred to the Committee on the Judiciary. (text: CR S6982-6983)
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Honoring the foundational principle of separation of church and state, opposing extreme right-wing Christian nationalism, and recognizing the 65th anniversary of President John F. Kennedy's address to the Greater Houston Ministerial Association and 150th anniversary of President Ulysses S. Grant's speech to the Society of the Army of the Tennessee.
Referred to the House Committee on the Judiciary.
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Expressing support for the designation of September 23, 2025, as "Mary Church Terrell Day", and calling on Congress to recognize Mary Church Terrell's lasting contributions to the civil rights and women's rights movements.
Referred to the House Committee on Oversight and Government Reform.
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No Shari’a Act
Referred to the House Committee on the Judiciary.
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No DEI in DC Act
Referred to the House Committee on Oversight and Government Reform.
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Acknowledging that in the aftermath of September 11, 2001, individuals experienced hate and were targeted by the government on account of their faith, race, national origin and immigration status, and suggesting various forms of relief to support those affected.
Referred to the Committee on the Judiciary, and in addition to the Committees on Energy and Commerce, and Science, Space, and Technology, for a period to be subsequently determined by the Speaker, in each case for consideration of such provisions as fall within the jurisdiction of the committee concerned.
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Lifting Local Communities Act
Read twice and referred to the Committee on Finance.
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Congressional Tribute to Constance Baker Motley Act of 2025
Referred to the House Committee on Financial Services.
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Congressional Tribute to Constance Baker Motley Act of 2025
Read twice and referred to the Committee on Banking, Housing, and Urban Affairs.
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Safety and Opportunity for Girls Act of 2025
Referred to the House Committee on Education and Workforce.
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Original Slavery Remembrance Day Resolution
Referred to the House Committee on Oversight and Government Reform.
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Expressing the sense of the House of Representatives with respect to Marcus Garvey.
Referred to the House Committee on the Judiciary.
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Expressing support for the designation of August 17, 2025, as "Marcus Garvey Recognition Day".
Referred to the House Committee on Oversight and Government Reform.
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The original legislation awarding a historic Congressional Gold Medal, collectively, to Africans and their descendants enslaved within our country from August 20, 1619, to December 6, 1865
Referred to the Committee on Financial Services, and in addition to the Committees on House Administration, and the Budget, for a period to be subsequently determined by the Speaker, in each case for consideration of such provisions as fall within the jurisdiction of the committee concerned.
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Recognizing the courageous actions of Reverend Nat Turner in his fight to abolish slavery and make the majestic words of the Jeffersonian Declaration of Independence, "We hold these truths to be self-evident, that all men are created equal, that they are endowed by their creator with certain unalienable rights, that among these are life, liberty, and the pursuit of happiness", apply to the enslaved, and for other purposes.
Referred to the House Committee on the Judiciary.
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Original Resolution Honoring Prince Hall
Referred to the House Committee on the Judiciary.
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The Original Resolution Recognizing Al Edwards as the Father of Juneteenth
Referred to the House Committee on Oversight and Government Reform.
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Expressing support for July to be designated as "Disability Pride Month".
Referred to the House Committee on Education and Workforce.
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Recognizing the need to improve physical access to many federally funded facilities for all people of the United States, particularly people with disabilities.
Referred to the Committee on Education and Workforce, and in addition to the Committees on the Judiciary, Transportation and Infrastructure, Energy and Commerce, and Oversight and Government Reform, for a period to be subsequently determined by the Speaker, in each case for consideration of such provisions as fall within the jurisdiction of the committee concerned.
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Recognizing the importance of independent living and economic self-sufficiency for individuals with disabilities made possible by the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990 and calling for further action to strengthen and expand opportunities for individuals with disabilities to participate in work and community life.
Referred to the Committee on Education and Workforce, and in addition to the Committees on Transportation and Infrastructure, the Judiciary, Energy and Commerce, and Financial Services, for a period to be subsequently determined by the Speaker, in each case for consideration of such provisions as fall within the jurisdiction of the committee concerned.
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A concurrent resolution recognizing the need to improve physical access to many federally funded facilities for all people of the United States, particularly people with disabilities.
Referred to the Committee on Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions. (text: CR S4627)
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Restoring Biological Truth to the Workplace Act
Referred to the House Committee on Education and Workforce.
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Honoring the memory of the victims of the 1967 Newark riots and acknowledging the enduring impact on the Newark community.
Referred to the House Committee on the Judiciary.
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Affirming that diversity, equity, inclusion, and accessibility are fundamental values of the United States and emphasizing the ongoing need to address discrimination and inequality in the workplace, elementary, secondary, and higher education systems, government programs, the military, and our society.
Referred to the House Committee on Oversight and Government Reform.
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A resolution recognizing June 2025, as "LGBTQ Pride Month".
Star Print ordered on the resolution.
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Recognizing the right to peacefully protest and condemning violence and authoritarian responses to expressions of dissent.
Sponsor introductory remarks on measure. (CR H3021-3022)
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Original LGBTQIA+ Pride Month Resolution of 2025
Sponsor introductory remarks on measure. (CR H3027-3028)
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Fair Calculations in Civil Damages Act of 2025
Referred to the House Committee on the Judiciary.
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Expressing support for the designation of June 26 as "LGBTQI+ Equality Day".
Referred to the House Committee on the Judiciary.
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Fair Calculations in Civil Damages Act of 2025
Read twice and referred to the Committee on the Judiciary.
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A resolution expressing support for the designation of June 26 as "LGBTQI+ Equality Day".
Referred to the Committee on the Judiciary. (text: CR S3564-3565)
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A resolution recognizing religious freedom as a fundamental right, expressing support for international religious freedom as a cornerstone of United States foreign policy, and expressing concern over increased threats to and attacks on religious freedom around the world.
Placed on Senate Legislative Calendar under General Orders. Calendar No. 105.
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A resolution commemorating June 19, 2025, as "Juneteenth National Independence Day" in recognition of June 19, 1865, the date on which news of the end of slavery reached the slaves in the Southwestern States.
Resolution agreed to in Senate without amendment and with a preamble by Unanimous Consent. (consideration: CR S3536; text: 6/18/2025 CR S3475)
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Ensuring Women’s Right to Reproductive Freedom Act
Referred to the House Committee on Energy and Commerce.
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Supporting the values of the Equity or Else quality-of-life platform and acknowledging the need for the House of Representatives to use the platform as a holistic framework for drafting and implementing policy that promotes racial and economic equity for all across various social issues.
Referred to the House Committee on the Judiciary.
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Define to Defeat Act of 2025
Referred to the Committee on the Judiciary, and in addition to the Committees on Oversight and Government Reform, and Education and Workforce, for a period to be subsequently determined by the Speaker, in each case for consideration of such provisions as fall within the jurisdiction of the committee concerned.
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Proposing an amendment to the Constitution of the United States giving Congress power to prohibit the physical desecration of the flag of the United States.
Referred to the House Committee on the Judiciary.
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Truth in Gender Act of 2025
Referred to the Subcommittee on Transportation and Maritime Security.
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Urging the establishment of a United States Commission on Truth, Racial Healing, and Transformation.
Referred to the House Committee on the Judiciary.
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Protect Black Women and Girls Act
Referred to the Committee on the Judiciary, and in addition to the Committees on Education and Workforce, Energy and Commerce, and Financial Services, for a period to be subsequently determined by the Speaker, in each case for consideration of such provisions as fall within the jurisdiction of the committee concerned.
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Commemorating 9 years since the Pulse nightclub shooting in Orlando, Florida, on June 12, 2016.
Referred to the House Committee on Oversight and Government Reform.
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A concurrent resolution urging the establishment of a United States Commission on Truth, Racial Healing, and Transformation.
Referred to the Committee on the Judiciary. (text: CR S3394-3395)
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A joint resolution proposing an amendment to the Constitution of the United States authorizing the Congress to prohibit the physical desecration of the flag of the United States.
Read twice and referred to the Committee on the Judiciary.
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Restoring Biological Truth to the Workplace Act
Read twice and referred to the Committee on Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions.
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District of Columbia Non-Discrimination Home Rule Act of 2025
Referred to the House Committee on the Judiciary.
- H.Res. 481 (119th) Jun 9, 2025
Condemning the rise in ideologically motivated attacks on Jewish individuals in the United States, including the recent violent assault in Boulder, Colorado, and reaffirming the House of Representatives commitment to combating antisemitism and politically motivated violence.
Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection.
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Elder Pride Protection Act of 2025
Referred to the House Committee on the Judiciary.
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No Place for LGBTQ+ Hate Act
Referred to the Subcommittee on Transportation and Maritime Security.
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No Place for LGBTQ+ Hate Act
Read twice and referred to the Committee on Homeland Security and Governmental Affairs.
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Commission to Study Acts of Antisemitism in the United States Act
Referred to the House Committee on the Judiciary.
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Joan Trumpauer Mulholland Congressional Gold Medal Act
Referred to the House Committee on Financial Services.
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Recognizing and supporting the continued efforts and contributions of the City of Ferndale to the LGBTQIA+ community of the State of Michigan.
Referred to the House Committee on the Judiciary.
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Ending Qualified Immunity Act
Referred to the House Committee on the Judiciary.
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Equity and Inclusion Enforcement Act of 2025
Referred to the Committee on the Judiciary, and in addition to the Committee on Education and Workforce, for a period to be subsequently determined by the Speaker, in each case for consideration of such provisions as fall within the jurisdiction of the committee concerned.
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Ending Qualified Immunity Act
Read twice and referred to the Committee on the Judiciary.
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A resolution affirming that diversity, equity, inclusion, and accessibility are fundamental values of the United States and emphasizing the ongoing need to address discrimination and inequality in the workplace, pre-K through 12th grade and higher education systems, government programs, the military, and our society.
Referred to the Committee on the Judiciary. (text: CR S3062-3064)
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Protecting Older Workers Against Discrimination Act of 2025
Referred to the House Committee on Education and Workforce.
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A resolution remembering John Brown.
Referred to the House Committee on the Judiciary.
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Supporting the goals and ideals of "National Honor Our LGBT Elders Day".
Referred to the Committee on Foreign Affairs, and in addition to the Committee on Energy and Commerce, for a period to be subsequently determined by the Speaker, in each case for consideration of such provisions as fall within the jurisdiction of the committee concerned.
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Recognizing that the United States has a moral and legal obligation to provide reparations for the crime of enslavement of Africans and its lasting harm on the lives of millions of Black people in the United States.
Referred to the House Committee on the Judiciary.
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Websites and Software Applications Accessibility Act of 2025
Referred to the Committee on Education and Workforce, and in addition to the Committee on the Judiciary, for a period to be subsequently determined by the Speaker, in each case for consideration of such provisions as fall within the jurisdiction of the committee concerned.
- H.Res. 352 (119th) May 14, 2025
Calling on elected officials and civil society leaders to counter antisemitism and educate the public on the contributions of the Jewish American community.
Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection.
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Preventing Antisemitic Harassment on Campus Act of 2025
Referred to the Committee on the Judiciary, and in addition to the Committee on Education and Workforce, for a period to be subsequently determined by the Speaker, in each case for consideration of such provisions as fall within the jurisdiction of the committee concerned.
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Antisemitism Awareness Act of 2025
Committee on Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions. Committee consideration and Mark Up Session held.
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Equality Act
Referred to the Committee on the Judiciary, and in addition to the Committees on Education and Workforce, Financial Services, House Administration, and Oversight and Government Reform, for a period to be subsequently determined by the Speaker, in each case for consideration of such provisions as fall within the jurisdiction of the committee concerned.
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Equality Act
Read twice and referred to the Committee on the Judiciary.
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Recognizing the historic abolitionist events surrounding the Pearl, and honoring its legacy in American history.
Referred to the House Committee on Oversight and Government Reform.
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Department of Homeland Security Officer for Civil Rights and Civil Liberties Act
Referred to the Subcommittee on Oversight, Investigations, and Accountability.
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Supporting the designation of April 10 as "Dolores Huerta Day", in honor of the accomplishments and legacy of the trailblazing labor and civil rights leader Dolores Huerta.
Referred to the House Committee on Oversight and Government Reform.
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Recognizing the 159th anniversary of the Civil Rights Act of 1866.
Referred to the House Committee on the Judiciary.
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Recognizing the contributions of Clela Rorex, pioneering county clerk who advanced civil rights for all couples seeking to be married in 1975.
Referred to the House Committee on the Judiciary.
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Supporting the goals and ideals of the Rise Up for LGBTQI+ Youth in Schools Initiative, a call to action to communities across the country to demand equal educational opportunity, basic civil rights protections, and freedom from erasure for all students, particularly LGBTQI+ young people, in K-12 schools.
Referred to the House Committee on Education and Workforce.
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A resolution recognizing the contributions of Clela Rorex, a pioneering county clerk who, in 1975, advanced civil rights for all couples seeking to be married.
Referred to the Committee on the Judiciary. (text: CR S2528)
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A resolution supporting the goals and ideals of the Rise Up for LGBTQI+ Youth in Schools Initiative, a call to action to communities across the United States to demand equal educational opportunity, basic civil rights protections, and freedom from erasure for all students, particularly LGBTQI+ young people, in K-12 schools.
Referred to the Committee on Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions. (text: CR S2529-2530)
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Supporting the goals and ideals of International Transgender Day of Visibility.
Referred to the House Committee on the Judiciary.
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Honoring the accomplishments and legacy of César Estrada Chávez.
Referred to the House Committee on Oversight and Government Reform.
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Supporting the goals and ideals of National Women's History Month.
Referred to the House Committee on Oversight and Government Reform.
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A concurrent resolution supporting the goals and ideals of International Transgender Day of Visibility.
Read twice and referred to the Committee on the Judiciary. (text: CR S1931)
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Keep Our Girls Safe Act of 2025
Referred to the House Committee on Education and Workforce.
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Defining Male and Female Act of 2025
Referred to the House Committee on the Judiciary.
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Defining Male and Female Act of 2025
Read twice and referred to the Committee on the Judiciary.
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A joint resolution establishing the ratification of the Equal Rights Amendment.
Read twice and referred to the Committee on the Judiciary.
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Establishing the ratification of the Equal Rights Amendment.
Referred to the House Committee on the Judiciary.
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Expressing support for the designation of "Zoroastrian Legacy and Heritage Month".
Referred to the House Committee on Oversight and Government Reform.
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Proper Celebration of Martin Luther King, Jr. Day and Inauguration Day Act
Referred to the House Committee on Oversight and Government Reform.
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RECLAIM Act
Read twice and referred to the Committee on the Judiciary.
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