Bill · H.Res. 1162· House(119-HRES-1162)
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.
- Introduced
- 4/9/2026
- Last activity
- 4/9/2026 — 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.
- Sponsored by
- Mark Takano
- Cosponsors
- - 8 - 0
- Introduced
- In Committee
A House resolution is the House speaking for itself: stating a position, honouring someone, or setting its own rules. Adopting it is the whole process. Once the House agrees to it, it is officially the House's word; it is not a law, so the Senate and the President have no part in it.
What this bill would do
This resolution supports the goals and ideals of Glisten's 2026 Day of Silence. It aims to bring attention to the bullying, harassment, and discrimination faced by LGBTQI+ individuals in K-12 schools. The resolution calls for communities to demand equal educational opportunities and basic civil rights protections. It specifically highlights the needs of LGBTQI+ young people, including those who are transgender, nonbinary, intersex, Black, Indigenous, people of color, and people with disabilities. Finally, it encourages local and state agencies to adopt policies that prohibit discrimination so students can focus on learning.
Yes· 3 of 17
Would LGBTQ people be better off under this?+10
The entire purpose of the resolution is to support LGBTQI+ students and combat their victimization.
Does this expand the rights of LGBTQ people?+8
The bill explicitly supports protections and equal educational opportunities for LGBTQI+ individuals.
Would children be better off under this?+7
Advocates for safer and more inclusive K-12 environments for children.
The opposite
No question was scored the opposite.
Who it would affect, and how
Potential Positive Impacts for People
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Increased Safety and Learning Focus: By encouraging states, cities, and local agencies to prohibit bullying and discrimination based on sexual orientation, gender identity, or sex characteristics, the resolution seeks to create schools where individuals can focus on learning. (Resolution, Section 3)
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Support for LGBTQI+ Students: The resolution aims to address the challenges faced by LGBTQI+ students, such as verbal and physical harassment, to promote safer and more inclusive learning environments. (Whereas clauses)
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Mental Health and Educational Outcomes: The text notes that developing in positive school climates free from harassment leads to greater mental well-being and improved educational and life outcomes. (Whereas clauses)
Potential Negative Impacts for People
- No specific negative impacts or burdens for individuals or groups are explicitly stated within the provided text.
Groups and Interests Ranking
Every group the model scored this bill for, from -10 to +10. Hover a score for the reason it gave.
- Demographic And Interest Groups
- Good For L G B T Q Community+10Good For Children+7Good For Students+7Good For African Americans+5Good For Native Americans+5Good For People With Disabilities+5Good For Young Adults+5Good For Asian Americans+4Good For Hispanic Americans+4Good For Women+4Good For Low Income Households+2
- Social Issues And Justice
- Improves L G B T Q Rights+8Improves Gender Equality+6Improves Racial Equity+4Improves Disability Rights+3Improves Criminal Sentencing Reform+2
- Healthcare
- Improves Mental Health Access+2
- 6/4/2026
- 1 Cosponsor added.
- 5/20/2026
- 1 Cosponsor added.
- 4/21/2026
- 5 Cosponsors added.
- 4/9/2026
- Submitted in House
- 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.
- 1 Cosponsor added.
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