H.Res.1357

Acknowledging and apologizing for the mistreatment of, and discrimination against, lesbian, gay, bisexual, and transgender individuals who served the United States in the uniformed services, the Foreign Service, and the Federal civil service and committing to the pursuit of equal rights, protections, and respect for all LGBT servicemembers and Federal civil servants.

Introduced·6/11/26

Acknowledging and apologizing for the mistreatment and discrimination against LGBT individuals in U.S.

The bill acknowledges and apologizes for the discrimination and mistreatment of lesbian, gay, bisexual, and transgender individuals who served in the U.S. uniformed services, Foreign Service, and Federal civil service. It condemns past discriminatory policies and practices, including the "Don't Ask, Don't Tell" policy, and commits to equal rights and respect for all LGBT servicemembers and Federal civil servants. The resolution also highlights the contributions of LGBT individuals to the United States despite facing discrimination.

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Oversight And Government Reform Committee
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Democratic CaucusRepublican Caucus

History

Jun 11

House

Submitted in House

Jun 11

House

Referred to the Committee on Oversight and Government Reform, and in addition to the Committees on Armed Services, Veterans' Affairs, and Foreign Affairs, for a period to be subsequently determined by the Speaker, in each case for consideration of such provisions as fall within the jurisdiction of the committee concerned.