Senate Simple Resolution 247
116th Congress(2019-2020)
A resolution recognizing June 2019 as "LGBTQ Pride Month".
Introduced
Introduced in Senate on Jun 12, 2019
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Type
Simple Resolution
Simple Resolution
A form of legislative measure introduced and potentially acted upon by only one congressional chamber and used for the regulation of business only within the chamber of origin. Depending on the chamber of origin, they begin with a designation of either H.Res. or S.Res. Joint resolutions and concurrent resolutions are other types of resolutions.
Bill Number
247
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116
Policy Area
Civil Rights and Liberties, Minority Issues
Civil Rights and Liberties, Minority Issues
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Summary
This resolution expresses support for the rights, freedoms, and equal treatment of lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, and queer (LGBTQ) people.
The resolution recognizes that LGBTQ rights are human rights and protected by the U.S. Constitution and international treaties.
Additionally, the resolution encourages the celebration of LGBTQ Pride Month in June.
June 12, 2019
06/12/2019
Referred to the Committee on the Judiciary. (text: CR S3367-3368)
06/12/2019
Introduced in Senate
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