This House resolution supports designating June 26 as “LGBTQI+ Equality Day.” It encourages marking the day to remember three Supreme Court decisions issued on June 26 and to educate people about discrimination faced by LGBTQI+ people. It also recognizes a need for further legislation against discrimination in areas including employment, housing, education, credit, and jury service.
The resolution expresses support for equal rights and encourages observance and education. It does not itself create new legal protections. It was referred to the House Committee on the Judiciary.
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The resolution’s supporters say June 26 is a suitable date because of Supreme Court decisions in 2003, 2013, and 2015 concerning same-sex relationships and marriage. The text says further legislation is needed to address discrimination.
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