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Supporting Equal Rights and Inclusion for LGBTQI+ Youth in K-12 Schools.

The U.S. Senate supports the Rise Up for LGBTQI+ Youth in Schools Initiative, advocating for equal educational opportunities, civil rights protections, and freedom from erasure for LGBTQI+ students. The resolution highlights that discrimination and restrictive state laws severely impact students' mental health and academic success. It encourages states and localities to adopt policies that actively prohibit bias-based victimization and exclusion in schools, aiming to improve safety and well-being for all young people.
Key points
Calls for safe and inclusive school environments free from homophobia, transphobia, racism, and sexism to directly improve student well-being and educational outcomes.
Notes that discrimination (such as restricting bathroom use or sports participation) leads to lower GPAs, higher depression rates, and increased school absenteeism among LGBTQI+ students.
Encourages local authorities to implement policies that actively protect youth from exclusion and curriculum censorship, ensuring their full recognition and affirmation.
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Additional Information
Print number: 118_SRES_134
Sponsor: Sen. Schatz, Brian [D-HI]
Process start date: 2023-03-29
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

A resolution supporting the goals and ideals of the Rise Up for LGBTQI+ Youth in Schools Initiative, a call to action to communities across the country to demand equal educational opportunity, basic civil rights protections, and freedom from erasure for all students, particularly LGBTQI+ young people, in K-12 schools.

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 118_SRES_134.

Which chamber initiated this legislation?

This legislation was initiated in the Senate.

When did the legislative process begin?

The process officially started on 2023-03-29.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Calls for safe and inclusive school environments free from homophobia, transphobia, racism, and sexism to directly improve student well-being and educational outcomes.
  • Notes that discrimination (such as restricting bathroom use or sports participation) leads to lower GPAs, higher depression rates, and increased school absenteeism among LGBTQI+ students.
  • Encourages local authorities to implement policies that actively protect youth from exclusion and curriculum censorship, ensuring their full recognition and affirmation.
What is the specific legal status?

The current status is Expired.

Where can I read the full text of this legislation?

The full official text is available at: View full text

Who is the primary sponsor?

The primary sponsor is Sen. Schatz, Brian [D-HI].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Introduced in Senate

Is this summary verified?

Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2025-12-26.

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