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[Congressional Bills 118th Congress] [From the U.S. Government Publishing Office] [S. Res. 666 Introduced in Senate (IS)]
118th CONGRESS 2d Session S. RES. 666
Congratulating the Gay, Lesbian, and Allies Senate Staff Caucus association on the 20-year anniversary of the association.
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IN THE SENATE OF THE UNITED STATES
May 1, 2024
Ms. Baldwin (for herself, Mr. Bennet, Ms. Butler, Ms. Hirono, Mr. Coons, Ms. Stabenow, Mr. Wyden, Mr. Cardin, Mrs. Murray, Mr. Reed, Ms. Hassan, Mr. Markey, Mr. Sanders, Mr. Fetterman, Mr. Padilla, Ms. Cortez Masto, Mr. Kaine, Mrs. Gillibrand, Ms. Rosen, and Mr. Merkley) submitted the following resolution; which was referred to the Committee on Rules and Administration
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RESOLUTION
Congratulating the Gay, Lesbian, and Allies Senate Staff Caucus association on the 20-year anniversary of the association.
Whereas, on April 23, 2004, several Senate staffers joined to form a first-of- its-kind staff association for lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, and queer (referred to in this preamble as "LGBTQ") Senate staff and their allies, marking the establishment of what would become a pivotal organization in the Senate; Whereas the Gay, Lesbian, and Allies Senate Staff Caucus association (referred to in this preamble as the "GLASS Caucus association") has continued to serve the Senate community for 2 decades by raising awareness of issues affecting the LGBTQ community; Whereas the GLASS Caucus association has steadfastly promoted the welfare and dignity of LGBTQ Senate employees throughout its history; and Whereas the GLASS Caucus association has persistently provided a safe environment for social interaction and professional development, fostering a more inclusive workplace within the Senate: Now, therefore, be it Resolved, That the Senate-- (1) congratulates the Gay, Lesbian, and Allies Senate Staff Caucus association (referred to in this resolution as the "GLASS Caucus association") on the momentous occasion of its 20th anniversary; (2) commends the late Senator Frank Raleigh Lautenberg of the State of New Jersey for-- (A) his foundational role in the formation of the GLASS Caucus association; and (B) his unwavering support for equality, which has had a lasting impact on the Senate and its staff; (3) recognizes the inaugural members of the GLASS Caucus association Steering Committee, including Lynden Armstrong, Brett Bearce, Jeffrey Levensaler, Josh Brekenfeld, Jason Knapp, John Fossum, Kelsey Phipps, and Mat Young, for their vision and hard work in establishing the GLASS Caucus association; (4) acknowledges all past and present members of the GLASS Caucus association who have contributed to the success of the GLASS Caucus association during the 2 decades it has existed; (5) applauds the GLASS Caucus association for ensuring a welcoming and equitable environment for all Senate staff through an ongoing commitment to enhancing the lives of LGBTQ individuals in the Senate through advocacy, education, and support; and (6) recognizes the 2024 board members of the GLASS Caucus association, including Paul Hurton, Abi Jimenez, Cameron Smith, Laakea Stone, Kevin Figueroa, Aidan Camas, Leilani Doktor, Brian Walsh, and Kurtis Miller, for their dedication and leadership, continuing the mission of the GLASS Caucus association into its third decade.