Introduced
April 9, 2025
Mr. Bennet (for himself and Mr. Hickenlooper) submitted the following resolution; which was referred to the Committee on the Judiciary
RESOLUTION
Recognizing the contributions of Clela Rorex, a pioneering county clerk who, in 1975, advanced civil rights for all couples seeking to be married.
- (1) recognizes—
- (A) the contributions of Clela Rorex as a pioneer for civil rights and same-sex marriage;
- (B) the respect and bravery Clela Rorex demonstrated when issuing the first same-sex marriage license in the United States; and
- (C) the courage Clela Rorex exhibited following the threats she received when she issued marriage licenses to same-sex couples; and
- (2) designates March 26, 2025, as “Clela Rorex Day”.