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Senate Supports Equal Rights and Safety for LGBTQI+ Youth in K-12 Schools.

The US Senate supports an initiative demanding equal educational opportunities, civil rights protections, and freedom from discrimination for LGBTQI+ youth in K-12 schools. The resolution highlights the negative impact of state laws restricting student rights regarding sports, bathroom use, and curriculum, emphasizing the need for safe and inclusive learning environments. It encourages state and local governments to adopt policies that prohibit bias-based victimization and exclusion.
Key points
Supports the "Rise Up" initiative aimed at ensuring safe, inclusive, and affirming school environments for LGBTQI+ students.
Encourages states and localities to adopt policies that actively prohibit discrimination, exclusion, and harassment based on sexual orientation or gender identity.
Acknowledges the harm caused by state legislation that restricts transgender students' participation in sports or censors LGBTQI+ related curriculum.
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Additional Information
Print number: 118_SRES_628
Sponsor: Sen. Schatz, Brian [D-HI]
Process start date: 2024-04-08
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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 LGBTIQI+ 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_628.

Which chamber initiated this legislation?

This legislation was initiated in the Senate.

When did the legislative process begin?

The process officially started on 2024-04-08.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Supports the "Rise Up" initiative aimed at ensuring safe, inclusive, and affirming school environments for LGBTQI+ students.
  • Encourages states and localities to adopt policies that actively prohibit discrimination, exclusion, and harassment based on sexual orientation or gender identity.
  • Acknowledges the harm caused by state legislation that restricts transgender students' participation in sports or censors LGBTQI+ related curriculum.
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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