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H.Res. 1572

ResolutionFederalHouseIn Committee
Encouraging the recognition of a "National LGBTQ+ Servicemembers and Veterans Day".
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Latest Action · September 21, 2026
Referred to the Committee on Armed Services, and in addition to the Committee on Veterans' Affairs, for a period to be subsequently determined by the Speaker, in each case for consideration of such provisions as fall within the jurisdiction of the committee concerned.
Introduced
September 21, 2026
Cosponsors (13)
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This resolution encourages the recognition of a national day on September 20 to honor LGBTQ+ servicemembers and veterans who have served in the U.S. Armed Forces. The resolution documents a history of discrimination against LGBTQ+ military personnel, including the "Don't Ask, Don't Tell" policy that resulted in over 13,000 discharges, earlier bans on gay and transgender service, and recent policy changes that have restricted transgender military service and healthcare. The resolution calls on the Secretaries of Veterans Affairs and Defense to reverse the transgender military ban, help LGBTQ+ veterans access earned benefits, and restore access to healthcare including gender-affirming care. No funding or specific timeline is authorized by this resolution, as it is a non-binding statement of congressional intent rather than legislation that creates new programs or spending.

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