Emily Randall (D-WA)
Encouraging the recognition of a "National LGBTQ+ Servicemembers and Veterans Day".
A Democratic resolution with 14 Democratic cosponsors · See all 14 cosponsors
Last activity — 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.
In committee
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Its path through Congress
- Introduced
- In Committee
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What this bill would do
This resolution encourages the recognition of a National LGBTQ+ Servicemembers and Veterans Day. It highlights the history of LGBTQ+ service in the Armed Forces alongside past discriminatory policies like Executive Order 10450 and "Don't Ask, Don't Tell." The text notes that over 100,000 servicemembers have been discharged based on their sexual orientation or gender identity. It expresses regret for the harm and unfair discharges experienced by these individuals. The resolution urges the Department of Defense and the Department of Veterans Affairs to end transgender military bans and restore benefits. Finally, it calls for the restoration and expansion of healthcare access, including gender-affirming care.
Yes· 3 of 8
- Scored +9
Would LGBTQ people be better off under this?
The resolution directly supports LGBTQ+ servicemembers and veterans by recognizing their contributions, condemning past discrimination, and advocating for restored justice and benefits.
- Scored +8
Does this expand the rights of LGBTQ people?
The resolution promotes recognition, celebrates contributions, and urges policy changes to restore justice and protect the rights of LGBTQ+ servicemembers and veterans.
- Scored +7
Would veterans be better off under this, taking everything together?
The resolution seeks to restore justice, secure earned benefits, and expand healthcare access for LGBTQ+ veterans.
The opposite
No question was scored the opposite.
Who it would affect, and how
Potential Positive Impacts for People
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Encouraging Recognition: Resolution paragraph (1) encourages Americans to recognize a National LGBTQ+ Servicemembers and Veterans Day, which celebrates the historical contributions of LGBTQ+ individuals in the Armed Forces.
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Addressing Past Harms: Resolution paragraph (3) formally expresses regret for the harm done to LGBTQ+ servicemembers and veterans under discriminatory policies such as "Don't Ask, Don't Tell" and earlier transgender servicemember bans.
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Improving Benefit Access: Resolution paragraph (5) urges the Secretary of Veterans Affairs and the Secretary of Defense to conduct further outreach to LGBTQ+ servicemember and veteran communities so that those who were discharged based on sexual orientation and gender identity can receive their earned benefits.
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Restoring Healthcare: Resolution paragraph (6) urges the Secretary of Veterans Affairs and the Secretary of Defense to restore and expand access to the full range of healthcare needed by transgender veterans, servicemembers, and their families, including gender-affirming care.
Potential Negative Impacts for People
- No Negative Impacts Identified: The provided text is a resolution that encourages recognition, expresses regret, and urges policy changes and outreach. It does not contain specific sections or provisions that impose negative consequences, burdens, or penalties on individuals or groups of people in the United States.
Groups and Interests Ranking
Every group the model scored this bill for, from -10 to +10. Tap or hover a score for the reason it gave.
- Demographic And Interest Groups
- Would LGBTQ people be better off under this? — The resolution directly supports LGBTQ+ servicemembers and veterans by recognizing their contributions, condemning past discrimination, and advocating for restored justice and benefits. Would veterans be better off under this, taking everything together? — The resolution seeks to restore justice, secure earned benefits, and expand healthcare access for LGBTQ+ veterans. Would people in their twenties and thirties be better off under this? — Young adults serving in the military stand to benefit from increased protections against discrimination based on sexual orientation and gender identity.
- Social Issues And Justice
- Does this expand the rights of LGBTQ people? — The resolution promotes recognition, celebrates contributions, and urges policy changes to restore justice and protect the rights of LGBTQ+ servicemembers and veterans. Does this narrow the gap between how men and women are treated? — The resolution supports equity and opposes discrimination based on gender identity within the Armed Forces.
- Healthcare
- Does this help veterans get medical care? — The resolution urges the Secretary of Veterans Affairs and the Secretary of Defense to restore and expand access to comprehensive healthcare, including gender-affirming care, for transgender veterans and servicemembers. Does this make health care easier to get in general? — The resolution urges federal officials to expand access to necessary healthcare services for LGBTQ+ veterans and servicemembers.
- National Security And Foreign Policy
- Does this increase the pay, pensions or support veterans receive? — The resolution urges the Department of Defense and Department of Veterans Affairs to conduct outreach so that servicemembers previously discharged due to sexual orientation or gender identity can receive their earned benefits.
- 10/26/2026
- 1 Cosponsor added.
- 10/9/2026
- 1 Cosponsor added.
- 9/28/2026
- 1 Cosponsor added.
- 9/24/2026
- 11 Cosponsors added.
- 9/21/2026
- Submitted in House
- 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.
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