HRES 549119th CongressIn Committee

Expressing support for the designation of June 26 as "LGBTQI+ Equality Day".

Introduced: Jun 26, 2025

Civil Rights & Justice

Standard Summary

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H. Res. 549 is a non-binding House resolution introduced in the 119th Congress that expresses support for designating June 26 as “LGBTQI+ Equality Day.” The resolution notes landmark Supreme Court rulings handed down on June 26 (Lawrence v. Texas in 2003; United States v. Windsor in 2013; Obergefell v. Hodges in 2015) and frames June 26 as a date to celebrate progress toward equal rights for LGBTQI+ people while recognizing ongoing discrimination. It calls for equal rights and protections regardless of sexual orientation, gender identity, or sex characteristics, encourages educational and commemorative activities, and acknowledges the need for additional legislation to prevent discrimination in several areas. As a resolution, it expresses congressional sentiment and does not itself create new law or authorize spending.

Key Points

1Expresses support for equal rights and protections for all people, regardless of actual or perceived sexual orientation, gender identity, or sex characteristics.
2Supports the designation of “LGBTQI+ Equality Day” to recognize the community and its history.
3Encourages celebrating the day to commemorate the Supreme Court’s June 26 decisions (2003, 2013, 2015) and to educate the public about ongoing discrimination and intolerance faced by LGBTQI+ people.
4Acknowledges the need for further legislation to ensure freedom from discrimination in employment, housing, public accommodations, education, federal funding, credit, and jury service.
5The bill was referred to the House Judiciary Committee and lists numerous House sponsors; it does not, by itself, change law or authorize funding.

Impact Areas

Primary group/area affected: LGBTQI+ individuals and communities, who would gain symbolic recognition and a platform for advocacy and education.Secondary group/area affected: Employers, schools, housing providers, public accommodations, and federal programs, which may be affected only indirectly through increased attention to anti-discrimination goals; the resolution itself does not impose new requirements.Additional impacts: The resolution signals congressional support for advancing LGBTQI+ civil rights and could influence future legislative priorities or hearings; it does not enact policy or create budget authority. It is a non-binding expression of sentiment rather than a mandate.

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