Bill · H.Res. 679· House(119-HRES-679)
Honoring Paul Kawata for his unwavering commitment to communities of color, the LGBTQ+ community, and work to end the HIV epidemic.
- Introduced
- 9/4/2025
- Last activity
- 9/4/2025 — Referred to the House Committee on Oversight and Government Reform.
- Sponsored by
- Maxine Waters
- Cosponsors
- None
- 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
H. Res. 679 is a resolution to honor Paul Kawata for his leadership and advocacy. It recognizes his role as the executive director of NMAC since 1989. The resolution highlights his work in advancing health equity for communities of color and the LGBTQ+ community. It also acknowledges his efforts to end the HIV epidemic and confront systemic racism and homophobia. Ultimately, the House of Representatives seeks to commend his service and express gratitude for his contributions to civil rights and public health.
Yes· 3 of 10
Would LGBTQ people be better off under this?+3
Directly honors leadership in LGBTQ+ justice and the protection of queer people of color.
Would Black Americans be better off under this?+2
Recognizes advocacy for Black populations disproportionately affected by HIV/AIDS.
Would Hispanic Americans be better off under this?+2
Recognizes advocacy for Latino populations disproportionately affected by HIV/AIDS.
The opposite
No question was scored the opposite.
Who it would affect, and how
Potential Positive Impacts for People
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Advancing Health Equity: The resolution notes that under Paul Kawata's leadership, NMAC worked to advance health equity for Black, Latino, Asian, Native American, and Native Hawaiian and Pacific Islander populations disproportionately affected by HIV/AIDS.
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LGBTQ+ Justice and Visibility: The text states that Mr. Kawata ensured LGBTQ+ individuals, especially queer people of color, are visible and protected in community care, service delivery, and HIV/AIDS policy.
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Public Health Foundations: The resolution credits Mr. Kawata as a founding member of the Federal AIDS Policy Partnership and a leader in shaping the National HIV/AIDS Strategy and the Minority AIDS Initiative.
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Empowerment of Marginalized Groups: The bill mentions that his work created pathways for advocacy, leadership, and inclusion for historically marginalized groups.
Potential Negative Impacts for People
- No negative impacts for individuals or groups are mentioned in 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+3Good For African Americans+2Good For Asian Americans+2Good For Hispanic Americans+2Good For Native Americans+2Good For Low Income Households+1Good For People With Disabilities+1
- Social Issues And Justice
- Improves L G B T Q Rights+2Improves Racial Equity+2
- Healthcare
- Improves Healthcare Access+2
- 9/4/2025
- Submitted in House
- Referred to the House Committee on Oversight and Government Reform.