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Feb. 1, 2023
Letter to Charles Barber, Chief Diversity and Inclusion Officer, National Science Foundation - Senators Baldwin, Feinstein Call on National Science Foundation to Better Assess LGBTQI+ Representation in STEM
Sen. Alex Padilla, ...
Dec. 16, 2022
Letter to Gianni Infantino, President of FIFA - Ahead of World Cup Championship Match, Merkley, Pocan, Takano, Torres Lead Colleagues in Bicameral Letter Blasting Fifa for the Association's Anti-lgbtq+ Stance
Rep. Mark Takano, ...
Dec. 8, 2022
Tweet - "Today, our nation took another step forward in the long march toward equality. Together, Americans transformed the fight against HIV/AIDS. Together, we tossed Don't Ask, Don't Tell into the dust bin of history. And now, we are enshrining marriage equality into federal law."
Rep. Nancy Pelosi
Nov. 20, 2022
Pelosi Statement on Shooting at Club Q in Colorado Springs
Rep. Nancy Pelosi
Nov. 15, 2022
Letter to Gina Raimondo, Secretary of Commerce, Robert Santos, Director of the US Census Bureau - Rep. Jones Joins Colleagues in Urging Census Bureau to Include Information on Lgbtq+ People in 2030 Census
Rep. Juan Vargas, ...
Oct. 14, 2022
Chairman Takano Praises Va's Decision to Close Gap in Benefits for Lgbtq+ Veterans and Survivors
Rep. Mark Takano
Oct. 6, 2022
Letter to Shalanda Young, Director of the Office of Budget and Management - Senator Baldwin Leads 117 Members of Congress in Asking the Biden Administration to Request Budget Funding that Adequately Reflects the President's Priority to Advance LGBTQI+ Rights Around the World
Rep. Jim Costa, ...
Oct. 3, 2022
Letter to Hon. Xavier Becerra, Secretary of Health and Human Services, and Melanie Frontes Rainer, Director of the Office for Civil Rights - Senator Baldwin and Colleagues Applaud Biden Admin Restoring Key Nondiscrimination Protections in Health Care, Push to Strengthen Proposal
Sen. Alex Padilla, ...
Aug. 5, 2022
Release: Khanna, Herrell, Porter, Donalds Introduce Bipartisan Bill Eliminating Gendered Pronouns From National Archives Code
Rep. Ro Khanna, ...
July 22, 2022
Letter to Antony Blinken, Secretary of State, and Samantha Power, Administrator of the United States Agency for International Development - Expansion of Support for LGBTQI+ Rights in Latin America
Rep. Sara Jacobs, ...
July 21, 2022
Rep. Peters Joins House to Protect Rights to Contraception and Marriage Equality
Rep. Scott Peters
July 20, 2022
Carolyn Maloney and Ritchie Torres Introduce the LGBTQI+ and Women's History Education Act
Rep. Norma Torres, ...
July 20, 2022
REP. VARGAS VOTES TO PROTECT MARRIAGE EQUALITY
Rep. Juan Vargas
July 20, 2022
REP. VARGAS VOTES TO PROTECT MARRIAGE EQUALITY
Rep. Juan Vargas
July 14, 2022
Letter to Hon. Denis McDonough, Secretary of Veterans Affairs - Warner, Kaine Join Colleagues in Pressing VA Secretary to End Discrimination Against Same-Sex Spouses
Sen. Alex Padilla, ...
June 28, 2022
Jayapal, Cicilline, Newman, Takano, Torres Lead Members in Introducing the Trans Bill of Rights
Rep. Norma Torres, ...
June 24, 2022
Rep. Aguilar Supports Gathering Accurate Data To Meet The Needs Of Lgbtqi+ Individuals In The Inland Empire
Rep. Pete Aguilar
June 22, 2022
Schiff, Chu Introduce Bill To Ensure Lgbtq+ Individuals Equal Access To Reproductive Treatments
Sen. Adam Schiff
June 16, 2022
Rep Lieu Applauds Biden Executive Order Banning Federal Funding For Conversion Therapy
Rep. Ted Lieu
June 12, 2022
Swalwell Statement Following Attack at LGBTQ+ Youth Event by Members of the Proud Boys
Rep. Eric Swalwell
June 6, 2022
Padilla, Senate Democrats Introduce Resolution Recognizing June as LGBTQ Pride Month
Sen. Alex Padilla
May 5, 2022
CHC Chair Ruiz To Visit Us-Mexico Border To Learn About Migratory Challenges For LGBTQI Migrants
Rep. Raul Ruiz
April 21, 2022
Rep. Takano Introduces Resolution to Establish a National Day of Silence to Bring Attention to Bullying Aimed at LGBTQ+ Students
Rep. Mark Takano
April 18, 2022
Letter to Antony Blinken, Secretary of State - Cicilline, Meeks, Castro, Titus Call on State Department to Expand Opportunities for LGBTQI+ Diplomats
Rep. Zoe Lofgren, ...
March 31, 2022
Letters to Tech & Financial CEOs - On International Transgender Day of Visibility, Senator Markey and Rep. Jayapal Urge Companies to End Harmful Policies That Restrict Public Profile Names
Rep. Mark Takano, ...
March 10, 2022
Tweet - "During #WomensHistoryMonth and nearly 50 years after we enacted Title IX, Congress had the privilege of honoring an all-American icon, @BillieJeanKing. She is a game-changing athlete, a devoted champion for women and a fearless voice for LGBTQ Americans."
Rep. Nancy Pelosi
Feb. 24, 2022
Letter to Hon. Antony Blinken, Secretary of State - Quigley, Equality Caucus Urge Secretary Blinken to Protect LGBTQ+ Rights In Ukraine
Rep. Jim Costa, ...
Feb. 4, 2022
Letter to Hon. Chiquita Brooks-LaSure, Administrator Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services, and Hon. Rochelle P. Walensky, Director Centers for Disease Control and Prevention - REPS. MONDAIRE JONES AND RITCHIE TORRES LEAD COLLEAGUES IN URGING CDC AND CMS TO MAKE INJECTABLE HIV PREVENTION DRUG FREE
Rep. Nanette Barragán, ...
Dec. 9, 2021
Letter to Hon. Janet Yellen, Secretary of the Treasury, and Hon. Charles P. Rettig, Commissioner of the IRS, Hickenlooper, Bennet Join Murray, Wyden, and Colleagues in Call to Ensure All Eligible Same-Sex Couples Receive Pension Survivor Benefits
Sen. Alex Padilla, ...
Nov. 30, 2021
Letter to Hon. Xavier Becerra, Secretary of the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services, and Dr. Janet Woodcock, Acting Commissioner of the Food and Drug Administration -
Rep. Ro Khanna, ...
Oct. 15, 2021
Reps. Schiff, Watson Coleman, Barbara Lee, Jones Reintroduce Prep Assistance Program Act
Sen. Adam Schiff
Oct. 11, 2021
Tweet - "Whether you came out years ago, are speaking your truth today, aren't ready yet or plan to someday soon, never doubt that you are seen, you are heard & you are loved. On #NationalComingOutDay, and every day, Americans are proud to stand with our LGBTQ community."
Rep. Nancy Pelosi
Oct. 1, 2021
Tweet - "Jim Hormel made history as the first openly gay U.S. Ambassador, paving the way for a generation of LGBTQ leaders. But it is his goodness and greatness that will be forever etched in the hearts of all who know him. We miss him dearly."
Rep. Nancy Pelosi
Sept. 20, 2021
Pelosi Statement on the Tenth Anniversary of the Implementation of the Repeal of "Don't Ask, Don't Tell'
Rep. Nancy Pelosi
Sept. 20, 2021
Tweet - "Ten years ago today, America took a monumental step forward on the march toward full equality. When the repeal of the hateful #DontAskDontTell policy took effect, tens of thousands of brave, patriotic LGBTQ Servicemembers could finally openly serve our country."
Rep. Nancy Pelosi
Aug. 25, 2021
Letter to Joseph R. Biden, President of the United States - Call on President Biden to Highlight LGBTQ+ Rights in Ukraine During Meeting with President Zelensky
Rep. Mark Takano, ...
Aug. 6, 2021
Letter to Hon. Antony Blinken, Secretary of State - Senators Urge State Department to Support LGBTQ Asylum Seekers
Sen. Alex Padilla, ...
Aug. 6, 2021
Letter to Hon. Antony Blinken, Secretary of State - Klobuchar Leads Colleagues in Urging Secretary Blinken to Provide Additional Support to LGBTQ Asylum Seekers
Sen. Alex Padilla, ...
July 21, 2021
Cicilline, Takano Introduce Resolution Apologizing for Treatment of LGBT Members of Civil Service and Armed Forces
Rep. Mark Takano, ...
July 9, 2021
Letter to the Hon. Alejandro Mayorkas, Secretary of Homeland Security, and the Hon. Tae Johnson, Acting Director of the U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement - Quigley Again Calls for End to Detention of Trans Migrants
Rep. Juan Vargas, ...
July 1, 2021
Sánchez, Katko, and Takano Introduce Bipartisan, Bicameral Anti-Bullying Legislation
Rep. Linda Sánchez, ...
June 25, 2021
Brownley Introduces Bill To Reflect Marriage Equality In Federal Code
Rep. Julia Brownley
June 24, 2021
Lgbtq Business Equal Credit Enforcement and Investment Act
Rep. Maxine Waters
June 24, 2021
Rep Lieu, Sen Murray And Sen Booker Reintroduce Conversion Therapy Ban
Rep. Ted Lieu, ...
June 23, 2021
Congresswoman Sara Jacobs Delivers Floor Remarks on Pride Month
Rep. Sara Jacobs
June 22, 2021
LGBTQ Pride Month
Rep. Mark Takano
June 22, 2021
Lgbtq Pride Month
Rep. Sara Jacobs
June 15, 2021
LGBTQ Business Equal Credit Enforcement and Investment Act
Rep. Maxine Waters
June 14, 2021
Levin, Chu Reintroduce Legislation Giving Same-Sex Couples Fair Treatment Under Tax Law
Rep. Jimmy Panetta, ...
June 11, 2021
Letter to the Hon. Janet Woodcock, Acting Commissioner of the Food and Drug Administration - Members of Congress Push Effort to End LGBTQ+ Discrimination in Blood Donations
Sen. Adam Schiff, ...
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Feb. 1, 2023
Letter to Charles Barber, Chief Diversity and Inclusion Officer, National Science Foundation - Senators Baldwin, Feinstein Call on National Science Foundation to Better Assess LGBTQI+ Representation in STEM
Sen.Alex Padilla, ...
Dec. 16, 2022
Letter to Gianni Infantino, President of FIFA - Ahead of World Cup Championship Match, Merkley, Pocan, Takano, Torres Lead Colleagues in Bicameral Letter Blasting Fifa for the Association's Anti-lgbtq+ Stance
Rep.Mark Takano, ...
Dec. 8, 2022
Tweet - "Today, our nation took another step forward in the long march toward equality. Together, Americans transformed the fight against HIV/AIDS. Together, we tossed Don't Ask, Don't Tell into the dust bin of history. And now, we are enshrining marriage equality into federal law."
Rep.Nancy Pelosi
Nov. 20, 2022
Pelosi Statement on Shooting at Club Q in Colorado Springs
Rep.Nancy Pelosi
Nov. 15, 2022
Letter to Gina Raimondo, Secretary of Commerce, Robert Santos, Director of the US Census Bureau - Rep. Jones Joins Colleagues in Urging Census Bureau to Include Information on Lgbtq+ People in 2030 Census
Rep.Juan Vargas, ...
Oct. 14, 2022
Chairman Takano Praises Va's Decision to Close Gap in Benefits for Lgbtq+ Veterans and Survivors
Rep.Mark Takano
Oct. 6, 2022
Letter to Shalanda Young, Director of the Office of Budget and Management - Senator Baldwin Leads 117 Members of Congress in Asking the Biden Administration to Request Budget Funding that Adequately Reflects the President's Priority to Advance LGBTQI+ Rights Around the World
Rep.Jim Costa, ...
Oct. 3, 2022
Letter to Hon. Xavier Becerra, Secretary of Health and Human Services, and Melanie Frontes Rainer, Director of the Office for Civil Rights - Senator Baldwin and Colleagues Applaud Biden Admin Restoring Key Nondiscrimination Protections in Health Care, Push to Strengthen Proposal
Sen.Alex Padilla, ...
Aug. 5, 2022
Release: Khanna, Herrell, Porter, Donalds Introduce Bipartisan Bill Eliminating Gendered Pronouns From National Archives Code
Rep.Ro Khanna, ...
July 22, 2022
Letter to Antony Blinken, Secretary of State, and Samantha Power, Administrator of the United States Agency for International Development - Expansion of Support for LGBTQI+ Rights in Latin America
Rep.Sara Jacobs, ...
July 21, 2022
Rep. Peters Joins House to Protect Rights to Contraception and Marriage Equality
Rep.Scott Peters
July 20, 2022
Carolyn Maloney and Ritchie Torres Introduce the LGBTQI+ and Women's History Education Act
Rep.Norma Torres, ...
July 20, 2022
REP. VARGAS VOTES TO PROTECT MARRIAGE EQUALITY
Rep.Juan Vargas
July 20, 2022
REP. VARGAS VOTES TO PROTECT MARRIAGE EQUALITY
Rep.Juan Vargas
July 14, 2022
Letter to Hon. Denis McDonough, Secretary of Veterans Affairs - Warner, Kaine Join Colleagues in Pressing VA Secretary to End Discrimination Against Same-Sex Spouses
Sen.Alex Padilla, ...
June 28, 2022
Jayapal, Cicilline, Newman, Takano, Torres Lead Members in Introducing the Trans Bill of Rights
Rep.Norma Torres, ...
June 24, 2022
Rep. Aguilar Supports Gathering Accurate Data To Meet The Needs Of Lgbtqi+ Individuals In The Inland Empire
Rep.Pete Aguilar
June 22, 2022
Schiff, Chu Introduce Bill To Ensure Lgbtq+ Individuals Equal Access To Reproductive Treatments
Sen.Adam Schiff
June 16, 2022
Rep Lieu Applauds Biden Executive Order Banning Federal Funding For Conversion Therapy
Rep.Ted Lieu
June 12, 2022
Swalwell Statement Following Attack at LGBTQ+ Youth Event by Members of the Proud Boys
Rep.Eric Swalwell
June 6, 2022
Padilla, Senate Democrats Introduce Resolution Recognizing June as LGBTQ Pride Month
Sen.Alex Padilla
May 5, 2022
CHC Chair Ruiz To Visit Us-Mexico Border To Learn About Migratory Challenges For LGBTQI Migrants
Rep.Raul Ruiz
April 21, 2022
Rep. Takano Introduces Resolution to Establish a National Day of Silence to Bring Attention to Bullying Aimed at LGBTQ+ Students
Rep.Mark Takano
April 18, 2022
Letter to Antony Blinken, Secretary of State - Cicilline, Meeks, Castro, Titus Call on State Department to Expand Opportunities for LGBTQI+ Diplomats
Rep.Zoe Lofgren, ...
March 31, 2022
Letters to Tech & Financial CEOs - On International Transgender Day of Visibility, Senator Markey and Rep. Jayapal Urge Companies to End Harmful Policies That Restrict Public Profile Names
Rep.Mark Takano, ...
March 10, 2022
Tweet - "During #WomensHistoryMonth and nearly 50 years after we enacted Title IX, Congress had the privilege of honoring an all-American icon, @BillieJeanKing. She is a game-changing athlete, a devoted champion for women and a fearless voice for LGBTQ Americans."
Rep.Nancy Pelosi
Feb. 24, 2022
Letter to Hon. Antony Blinken, Secretary of State - Quigley, Equality Caucus Urge Secretary Blinken to Protect LGBTQ+ Rights In Ukraine
Rep.Jim Costa, ...
Feb. 4, 2022
Letter to Hon. Chiquita Brooks-LaSure, Administrator Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services, and Hon. Rochelle P. Walensky, Director Centers for Disease Control and Prevention - REPS. MONDAIRE JONES AND RITCHIE TORRES LEAD COLLEAGUES IN URGING CDC AND CMS TO MAKE INJECTABLE HIV PREVENTION DRUG FREE
Rep.Nanette Barragán, ...
Dec. 9, 2021
Letter to Hon. Janet Yellen, Secretary of the Treasury, and Hon. Charles P. Rettig, Commissioner of the IRS, Hickenlooper, Bennet Join Murray, Wyden, and Colleagues in Call to Ensure All Eligible Same-Sex Couples Receive Pension Survivor Benefits
Sen.Alex Padilla, ...
Nov. 30, 2021
Letter to Hon. Xavier Becerra, Secretary of the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services, and Dr. Janet Woodcock, Acting Commissioner of the Food and Drug Administration -
Rep.Ro Khanna, ...
Oct. 15, 2021
Reps. Schiff, Watson Coleman, Barbara Lee, Jones Reintroduce Prep Assistance Program Act
Sen.Adam Schiff
Oct. 11, 2021
Tweet - "Whether you came out years ago, are speaking your truth today, aren't ready yet or plan to someday soon, never doubt that you are seen, you are heard & you are loved. On #NationalComingOutDay, and every day, Americans are proud to stand with our LGBTQ community."
Rep.Nancy Pelosi
Oct. 1, 2021
Tweet - "Jim Hormel made history as the first openly gay U.S. Ambassador, paving the way for a generation of LGBTQ leaders. But it is his goodness and greatness that will be forever etched in the hearts of all who know him. We miss him dearly."
Rep.Nancy Pelosi
Sept. 20, 2021
Pelosi Statement on the Tenth Anniversary of the Implementation of the Repeal of "Don't Ask, Don't Tell'
Rep.Nancy Pelosi
Sept. 20, 2021
Tweet - "Ten years ago today, America took a monumental step forward on the march toward full equality. When the repeal of the hateful #DontAskDontTell policy took effect, tens of thousands of brave, patriotic LGBTQ Servicemembers could finally openly serve our country."
Rep.Nancy Pelosi
Aug. 25, 2021
Letter to Joseph R. Biden, President of the United States - Call on President Biden to Highlight LGBTQ+ Rights in Ukraine During Meeting with President Zelensky
Rep.Mark Takano, ...
Aug. 6, 2021
Letter to Hon. Antony Blinken, Secretary of State - Senators Urge State Department to Support LGBTQ Asylum Seekers
Sen.Alex Padilla, ...
Aug. 6, 2021
Letter to Hon. Antony Blinken, Secretary of State - Klobuchar Leads Colleagues in Urging Secretary Blinken to Provide Additional Support to LGBTQ Asylum Seekers
Sen.Alex Padilla, ...
July 21, 2021
Cicilline, Takano Introduce Resolution Apologizing for Treatment of LGBT Members of Civil Service and Armed Forces
Rep.Mark Takano, ...
July 9, 2021
Letter to the Hon. Alejandro Mayorkas, Secretary of Homeland Security, and the Hon. Tae Johnson, Acting Director of the U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement - Quigley Again Calls for End to Detention of Trans Migrants
Rep.Juan Vargas, ...
July 1, 2021
Sánchez, Katko, and Takano Introduce Bipartisan, Bicameral Anti-Bullying Legislation
Rep.Linda Sánchez, ...
June 25, 2021
Brownley Introduces Bill To Reflect Marriage Equality In Federal Code
Rep.Julia Brownley
June 24, 2021
Lgbtq Business Equal Credit Enforcement and Investment Act
Rep.Maxine Waters
June 24, 2021
Rep Lieu, Sen Murray And Sen Booker Reintroduce Conversion Therapy Ban
Rep.Ted Lieu, ...
June 23, 2021
Congresswoman Sara Jacobs Delivers Floor Remarks on Pride Month
Rep.Sara Jacobs
June 22, 2021
LGBTQ Pride Month
Rep.Mark Takano
June 22, 2021
Lgbtq Pride Month
Rep.Sara Jacobs
June 15, 2021
LGBTQ Business Equal Credit Enforcement and Investment Act
Rep.Maxine Waters
June 14, 2021
Levin, Chu Reintroduce Legislation Giving Same-Sex Couples Fair Treatment Under Tax Law
Rep.Jimmy Panetta, ...
June 11, 2021
Letter to the Hon. Janet Woodcock, Acting Commissioner of the Food and Drug Administration - Members of Congress Push Effort to End LGBTQ+ Discrimination in Blood Donations
Sen.Adam Schiff, ...
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