Acknowledging and apologizing for the mistreatment of, and discrimination against, lesbian, gay, bisexual, and transgender individuals who served the United States in the uniformed services, the Foreign Service, and the Federal civil service and committing to the pursuit of equal rights, protections, and respect for all LGBT servicemembers and Federal civil servants.
Bill Summary
Apologizes for the mistreatment of lesbian, gay, bisexual, and transgender individuals who served in the US military, Foreign Service, or federal government, and commits to pursuing equal rights for them. Requires Congress to consider the treatment of LGBT servicemembers and federal employees.
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Bill Journey
- Jun 11, 2026
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The committee will review the bill, debate amendments, and vote on whether to advance it to the full chamber.
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The full chamber debates the bill, may amend it, and votes on whether to pass it.
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If passed by the first chamber, the other chamber considers, may amend, and votes on the bill.
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If passed by both chambers, the bill goes to the President to sign into law or veto.
Why It Matters
This bill affects lesbian, gay, bisexual, and transgender individuals who are current or former members of the US military, Foreign Service, or federal government, by acknowledging past discrimination and seeking equal rights for them. It also impacts current LGBT servicemembers and federal employees by committing to improve their treatment and protections.
Impact Areas
Support & Opposition
- Democratic1
Documents
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Bill Details
- Military
- Economy
- Rights
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