Bill · S.Res. 163· Senate(119-SRES-163)
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.
- Introduced
- 4/9/2025
- Last activity
- 4/9/2025 — Referred to the Committee on the Judiciary. (text: CR S2528)
- Sponsored by
- Michael Bennet
- Cosponsors
- - 1 - 0
- Introduced
- In Committee
A Senate resolution is the Senate speaking for itself: stating a position, honouring someone, or setting its own rules. Adopting it is the whole process. Once the Senate agrees to it, it is officially the Senate's word; it is not a law, so the House and the President have no part in it.
What this bill would do
This resolution recognizes the contributions of Clela Rorex, a pioneering county clerk. In 1975, Rorex issued the first marriage license to a same-sex couple in the United States. Despite receiving death threats and condemnation, she continued her advocacy for the LGBTQ community. The resolution acknowledges her leadership and bravery in advancing civil rights. Finally, it designates March s26, 2025, as "Clela Rorex Day."
Yes
Would LGBTQ people be better off under this?+5
The resolution commemorates a significant figure in LGBTQ history and civil rights.
Does this expand the rights of LGBTQ people?+5
The resolution honors a pioneer in LGBTQ rights and same-sex marriage advocacy.
The opposite
No question was scored the opposite.
Who it would affect, and how
Potential Positive Impacts for People
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Recognition of Civil Rights Contributions: The resolution recognizes Clela Rorex as a pioneer for civil rights and same-sex marriage, highlighting her role in advancing rights for all couples seeking to be married (Resolution Section 1A).
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Honoring Bravery and Courage: The resolution honors the respect, bravery, and courage demonstrated by Rorex when she issued marriage licenses and faced subsequent threats (Resolution Section 1B and 1C).
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Commemorative Day: The Senate designates March 26, 2025, as "Clela Rorex Day" to honor her (Resolution Section 2).
Potential Negative Impacts for People
- No negative impacts or burdens are mentioned in the provided text.
Groups and Interests Ranking
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- Demographic And Interest Groups
- Good For L G B T Q Community+5
- Social Issues And Justice
- Improves L G B T Q Rights+5
- 4/9/2025
- Referred to the Committee on the Judiciary. (text: CR S2528)
- 1 Cosponsor added.
- Introduced in Senate
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