H.RES.1121: Remembering the 20th anniversary of Matthew Shepard's death and expressing Congress's continued support for the prevention of hate crimes and the advancement of equality for lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, and queer Americans.

About This Bill

  • Introduced Oct. 12, 2018
  • Latest Major Action Nov. 15, 2018

Bill Cosponsors

99 (95 Democrats, 4 Republicans)

Bill Version

Bill Summary

Finds that no person should face violence or discrimination because of their actual or perceived sexual orientation or gender identity. Honors the contributions of nonprofit organizations and community leaders working to advance tolerance, acceptance, equality, safety and respect for lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, and queer (LGBTQ) Americans. Reaffirms support for LGBTQ-inclusive hate crime prevention laws.

(Source: Library of Congress)

Bill Actions

Date Description
Nov. 15, 2018
Referred to the Subcommittee on Crime, Terrorism, Homeland Security, and Investigations.
Oct. 12, 2018
Referred to the House Committee on the Judiciary.
Oct. 12, 2018

Introduced in the House by Elizabeth Esty (D-Conn.)

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