Brian Schatz (D-HI)
A resolution supporting the goals and ideals of the 2026 Day of Silence in bringing attention to anti-LGBTQI+ bullying, harassment, discrimination, and other forms of victimization faced by individuals in schools, and calling on communities across the country to take action to demand equal educational opportunity, basic civil rights protections, and freedom from erasure for all students, particularly LGBTQI+ young people, in K-12 schools.
A Democratic resolution with 8 Democratic cosponsors · See all 8 cosponsors
Last activity — Read twice and referred to the Committee on Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions. (text: CR S1787)
In committee
Introduced and handed to a committee in the chamber it started in.
The committee holds it, and most bills are never heard from again. A hearing or a committee vote would be news; silence is the usual outcome, and it kills the bill without anyone voting against it.
Its path through Congress
- Introduced
- In Committee
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What this bill would do
This resolution supports the goals of the 2026 Day of Silence to highlight the bullying, harassment, and discrimination faced by LGBTQI+ individuals in schools. It recognizes that K-12 students, particularly those who are transgender, nonbinary, intersex, or people of color, face significant victimization. The resolution calls for communities to demand equal educational opportunities and basic civil rights protections. It aims to address the unsafe learning environments caused by bias-based bullying and punitive discipline. Finally, it encourages local and state authorities to adopt policies that protect students and staff from discrimination based on sexual orientation, gender identity, or sex characteristics.
Yes· 3 of 13
- Scored +8
Would LGBTQ people be better off under this?
The resolution specifically supports the protection and affirmation of LGBTQI+ students, teachers, and staff against discrimination.
- Scored +7
Does this expand the rights of LGBTQ people?
The resolution advocates for the adoption of laws and policies that prohibit discrimination based on sexual orientation, gender identity, or sex characteristics.
- Scored +6
Would children be better off under this?
The resolution seeks to protect K-12 students from bullying, harassment, and discrimination in their learning environments.
The opposite
No question was scored the opposite.
Who it would affect, and how
Potential Positive Impacts for People
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Increased School Safety and Inclusivity: The resolution supports the creation of safe and inclusive learning environments that affirm LGBTQI+ young people, which can lead to greater physical and psychological safety, better mental well-being, and improved educational and life outcomes. (Resolution text)
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Protection Against Discrimination: By encouraging states, cities, and local agencies to adopt laws prohibiting bullying and discrimination based on sexual orientation, gender identity, or sex characteristics, the bill aims to protect students, teachers, and staff. (Resolution Section 3)
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Addressing Mental Health Concerns: The resolution notes that LGBTQI+ young people are more likely to experience stress, anxiety, and depression; by calling for more affirming environments, it targets the need to support these students. (Resolution text)
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Promoting Equal Educational Opportunity: The resolution calls for action to ensure all students have access to equal educational opportunities and freedom from the fear that their rights will be taken away. (Resolution text)
Potential Negative Impacts for People
- No specific negative impacts or burdens are explicitly detailed within the provided text.
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 specifically supports the protection and affirmation of LGBTQI+ students, teachers, and staff against discrimination. Would children be better off under this? — The resolution seeks to protect K-12 students from bullying, harassment, and discrimination in their learning environments. Would Black Americans be better off under this? — The resolution notes that Black students experience exacerbated trends of harassment and calls for inclusive environments. Would Native Americans be better off under this? — The text explicitly mentions the need for inclusive environments for Indigenous students facing higher rates of harassment. Would people with disabilities be better off under this? — The resolution includes people with disabilities in its call for safe and inclusive learning environments. Would people in their twenties and thirties be better off under this? — The resolution addresses the safety and mental well-being of LGBTQI+ young people in schools. Would Hispanic Americans be better off under this? — The resolution calls for protection of students from discrimination which affects all marginalized communities.
- Social Issues And Justice
- Does this expand the rights of LGBTQ people? — The resolution advocates for the adoption of laws and policies that prohibit discrimination based on sexual orientation, gender identity, or sex characteristics. Does this narrow racial gaps in how people are treated? — The text identifies that harassment trends are exacerbated for Black, Indigenous, and students of color, calling for inclusive environments for these groups. Does this expand the rights of people with disabilities? — The resolution calls for safe and inclusive learning environments that specifically include people with disabilities. Is this likely to lift people out of poverty? — The resolution aims to improve life outcomes for students by fostering safer school climates.
- Healthcare
- Does this make mental health care easier to get? — The resolution highlights that affirming school environments can address the higher rates of stress, anxiety, and depression among LGBTQI+ youth.
- Education And Technology
- Does this put more money into public schools? — The resolution advocates for improved school climates and inclusive learning practices to ensure educational opportunity.
- 4/15/2026
- Submitted in Senate
- Read twice and referred to the Committee on Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions. (text: CR S1787)
- 8 Cosponsors added.
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