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A resolution expressing support for the designation of June 26, 2016, as "LGBT Equality Day".

Introduced: June 23, 2016 Introduced by: Baldwin, Tammy Democratic · Wisconsin See on congress.gov
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Referred to the Committee on the Judiciary. (text of measure as introduced: CR S4553)
Jun 23, 2016
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 Plain-English summary Congressional Research Service

Expresses support for: (1) equal rights and protections for all individuals, regardless of actual or perceived sexual orientation or gender identity; and (2) the designation of June 26, 2016, as LGBT Equality Day.

Acknowledges the need for further legislation to ensure that individuals in the United States are free from all forms of discrimination on the basis of actual or perceived sexual orientation or gender identity.

What's happening now June 23, 2016

Referred to the Committee on the Judiciary. (text of measure as introduced: CR S4553)

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