Bill · S.Res. 670· Senate(119-SRES-670)
A resolution supporting the goals and ideals of the 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 on communities across the country to take 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
- 4/15/2026
- Last activity
- 4/15/2026 — Read twice and referred to the Committee on Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions. (text: CR S1787)
- Sponsored by
- Brian Schatz
- Cosponsors
- - 8 - 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 supports the goals of the 2026 Day of Silence to highlight the bullying, harassment, and discrimination faced by LGBTQI+ individuals in schools. It recognizes that K-12 students, particularly those who are transgender, nonbinary, intersex, or people of color, face significant victimization. The resolution calls for communities to demand equal educational opportunities and basic civil rights protections. It aims to address the unsafe learning environments caused by bias-based bullying and punitive discipline. Finally, it encourages local and state authorities to adopt policies that protect students and staff from discrimination based on sexual orientation, gender identity, or sex characteristics.
Yes· 3 of 13
Would LGBTQ people be better off under this?+8
The resolution specifically supports the protection and affirmation of LGBTQI+ students, teachers, and staff against discrimination.
Does this expand the rights of LGBTQ people?+7
The resolution advocates for the adoption of laws and policies that prohibit discrimination based on sexual orientation, gender identity, or sex characteristics.
Would children be better off under this?+6
The resolution seeks to protect K-12 students from bullying, harassment, and discrimination in their learning environments.
The opposite
No question was scored the opposite.
Who it would affect, and how
Potential Positive Impacts for People
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Increased School Safety and Inclusivity: The resolution supports the creation of safe and inclusive learning environments that affirm LGBTQI+ young people, which can lead to greater physical and psychological safety, better mental well-being, and improved educational and life outcomes. (Resolution text)
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Protection Against Discrimination: By encouraging states, cities, and local agencies to adopt laws prohibiting bullying and discrimination based on sexual orientation, gender identity, or sex characteristics, the bill aims to protect students, teachers, and staff. (Resolution Section 3)
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Addressing Mental Health Concerns: The resolution notes that LGBTQI+ young people are more likely to experience stress, anxiety, and depression; by calling for more affirming environments, it targets the need to support these students. (Resolution text)
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Promoting Equal Educational Opportunity: The resolution calls for action to ensure all students have access to equal educational opportunities and freedom from the fear that their rights will be taken away. (Resolution text)
Potential Negative Impacts for People
- No specific negative impacts or burdens are explicitly detailed 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+8Good For Children+6Good For African Americans+5Good For Native Americans+5Good For People With Disabilities+5Good For Young Adults+5Good For Hispanic Americans+3
- Social Issues And Justice
- Improves L G B T Q Rights+7Improves Racial Equity+5Improves Disability Rights+4Improves Poverty Reduction+1
- Healthcare
- Improves Mental Health Access+5
- Education And Technology
- Increases Public School Funding+1
- 4/15/2026
- Submitted in Senate
- Read twice and referred to the Committee on Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions. (text: CR S1787)
- 8 Cosponsors added.
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