DemocratBill · H.Res. 52· House(119-HRES-52)

Recognizing and honoring the work of community organizations and individuals who create and maintain services and educational programs for marginalized groups ensuring the resilience and prosperity of members of the LGBTQIA+ community.

Rep. Watson Coleman
Age: 81 years
New Jersey
Introduced
1/16/2025
Last activity
1/16/2025 — Referred to the House Committee on the Judiciary.
Sponsored by
Bonnie Watson Coleman
Cosponsors
Democrat - 27Republican - 0
Civil Rights and Liberties, Minority Issues
  1. Introduced
  2. 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 bill is a resolution in the House of Representatives that recognizes and honors the work of community organizations and individuals who create and maintain services and educational programs for marginalized groups. It highlights the history, cultural significance, and current challenges faced by LGBTQIA+ community spaces and organizations. The text points out that these spaces provide critical environments free from discrimination and violence, while also noting that sexual and gender minorities disproportionately face violent victimization. Furthermore, the resolution acknowledges the historical importance of community-building spaces in fighting oppression and notes the decline of historical LGBTQIA+ bars and clubs. Finally, the bill states that the House of Representatives recognizes these spaces, commends community partnerships, acknowledges historical importance, honors dedicated organizations and individuals, affirms education initiatives, and encourages continued support from Congress.

Yes· 3 of 8

  • Would LGBTQ people be better off under this?+6

    The resolution explicitly recognizes and honors the work of organizations maintaining LGBTQIA+ services and spaces.

  • Does this expand the rights of LGBTQ people?+5

    The resolution recognizes the essential necessity of LGBTQIA+ community spaces for authentic expression and equality.

  • Would Black Americans be better off under this?+3

    The resolution highlights the importance of spaces that support people of color and intersectional solidarity.

The opposite

No question was scored the opposite.