Becca Balint(D-VT)
Expressing support for the recognition of October 26, 2026, as Intersex Awareness Day, and supporting the goals and ideals of Intersex Awareness Day.
A Democratic resolution with 16 Democratic cosponsors · See all 16 cosponsors
Last activity — 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.
In committee
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Its path through Congress
- Introduced
- In Committee
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What this bill would do
This resolution expresses support for recognizing October 26, 2026, as Intersex Awareness Day and endorses the goals and ideals of that day. It highlights the history of the intersex community, noting the first public demonstration by intersex people in the United States took place 30 years ago. The text defines intersex individuals as those with innate variations in physical sex characteristics that differ from stereotypical male or female bodies. It addresses concerns regarding nonconsensual surgeries performed on infants and young children with intersex variations. Finally, the resolution encourages various levels of government, schools, and health care providers to promote education, respect bodily autonomy, and prioritize the health and human rights of intersex people.
Yes
- Scored +5
Would LGBTQ people be better off under this?
The resolution promotes the recognition, education, and human rights of the intersex community.
- Scored +5
Does this expand the rights of LGBTQ people?
The resolution supports the recognition of Intersex Awareness Day and advocates for the human rights and bodily autonomy of intersex individuals.
- Scored +4
Does this make health care easier to get in general?
The resolution encourages health care providers to offer culturally and clinically competent care supporting the health and well-being of intersex individuals.
The opposite
No question was scored the opposite.
Who it would affect, and how
Potential Positive Impacts for People
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Increased Public Awareness and Education: The resolution encourages the Federal Government, States, localities, nonprofit organizations, schools, and community organizations to observe Intersex Awareness Day with programs and activities to increase public knowledge and empower individuals as stated in resolved section (2). This could lead to better understanding and respect for the diversity of the intersex community.
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Promotion of Competent Health Care: Health care providers are encouraged to offer culturally and clinically competent care that respects bodily autonomy and self-determination as outlined in resolved section (3). This provision aims to support the health and well-being of intersex individuals.
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Support for Families and Youth: Schools are encouraged to support education regarding the intersex community and connect individuals and their families to resources for young people with intersex variations, according to resolved section (3). This can help families find necessary information and support.
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Prioritizing Human Rights: The resolution encourages the Federal Government, States, international funding organizations, and United States bilateral and multilateral aid efforts to prioritize the health and human rights of intersex people under resolved section (4). This may direct more attention and resources toward protecting intersex individuals.
Potential Negative Impacts for People
- None Identified: The provided text does not contain any specific sections or provisions that outline negative consequences, burdens, or penalties for individuals or groups of people in the United States.
Groups and Interests Ranking
Every group the model scored this bill for, from -10 to +10. Tap or hover a score for the reason it gave.
- Demographic And Interest Groups
- Would LGBTQ people be better off under this? — The resolution promotes the recognition, education, and human rights of the intersex community.
- Social Issues And Justice
- Does this expand the rights of LGBTQ people? — The resolution supports the recognition of Intersex Awareness Day and advocates for the human rights and bodily autonomy of intersex individuals.
- Healthcare
- Does this make health care easier to get in general? — The resolution encourages health care providers to offer culturally and clinically competent care supporting the health and well-being of intersex individuals.
- 10/22/2026
- Submitted in House
- 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.
- 16 Cosponsors added.
Suzanne BonamiciDemocrat · Oregon
Dwight EvansDemocrat · Pennsylvania
Maxwell FrostDemocrat · Florida
Valerie FousheeDemocrat · North Carolina
Sylvia GarciaDemocrat · Texas
Jared HuffmanDemocrat · California
Henry JohnsonDemocrat · Georgia
Kevin MullinDemocrat · California
Eleanor NortonDemocrat · District of Columbia
Mark PocanDemocrat · Wisconsin
Delia RamirezDemocrat · Illinois
Emily RandallDemocrat · Washington
Mark TakanoDemocrat · California
Rashida TlaibDemocrat · Michigan
Ritchie TorresDemocrat · New York
Bonnie Watson ColemanDemocrat · New Jersey