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May 7, 2020 Letter to the Hon. Dr. Stephen Hahn, Commissioner of the Food and Drug Administration - Oversight Committee Urges FDA to Revise Policy Preventing Gay and Bisexual Men from Donating Plasma for Coronavirus Research Rep. Jamie Raskin, ...
May 7, 2020 Letter to Mike Pompeo, Secretary of State, and John Barsa, Acting Administrator USAID - Senator Markey and Rep. Titus Lead Colleagues in Urging State Department, USAID to Protect Global LGBTQI Population During Coronavirus Pandemic Rep. Ro Khanna, ...
May 3, 2020 Watson Coleman Condemns Homophobic Remarks by Trenton City Councilwoman Rep. Bonnie Watson Coleman
May 1, 2020 Pelosi Statement on Trump Administration Assault on the Health of LGBTQ Americans Rep. Nancy Pelosi
May 1, 2020 Tweet - "The Admin's rule to end anti-discrimination protections for LGBTQ Americans is outrageous. House Dems will continue to do everything in our power to protect LGBTQ Americans from discrimination & help ensure access to quality, affordable health care." Rep. Steny Hoyer
May 1, 2020 Hoyer Statement on the Trump Administration's Attempt to Undermine LGBTQ Health Care Rep. Steny Hoyer
April 14, 2020 Smith Statement on One-Year Anniversary of Trump's Discriminatory Transgender Ban Rep. Adam Smith
April 3, 2020 Wyden, Merkley Welcome Updated Blood Donation Policy Sen. Ron Wyden, ...
April 2, 2020 FDA Changes Blood Donation Policy After Letter from Oversight Committee Rep. Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez, ...
April 2, 2020 Tweet - "I have long fought to end discriminatory blood donation policies to ensure that all healthy individuals are able to donate. @US_FDA took an important step forward today by easing restrictions and we must continue working to have science and facts drive blood donation policies." Sen. Tammy Baldwin
April 1, 2020 Letter to the Hon. Stephen Hahn, Commissioner of the Food and Drug Administration - Maloney and Ocasio-Cortez Urge FDA to Immediately Revise Policy Banning Gay and Bisexual Men from Donating Blood as Coronavirus Threatens Nation's Supply Rep. Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez, ...
March 31, 2020 Tweet - "Today is #TransVisibilityDay, and I am proud to stand in solidarity with trans people around the country. In light of the public health crisis we face, we must continue to advocate for the trans community and work to ensure they are not denied health care due to discrimination." Rep. Steny Hoyer
March 31, 2020 Tweet - "Equal work should mean equal pay, period. We depend on our workers now more than ever before, and we ought to make sure they're paid equally, regardless of gender, ethnicity, sexual orientation, or any other factor. #EqualPayDay" Rep. Jim Clyburn
March 26, 2020 Letter to Ambassador Deborah Birx - Haaland, Davids Lead Congressional LGBTQ+ Equality Caucus Expressing Concern on Coronavirus and the LGBTQ Community Rep. Gwen Moore, ...
March 26, 2020 Tweet - "COVID-19 has created a blood shortage and we must increase our nation's supply based on science & facts. @US_FDA should not prevent healthy gay & bisexual men from helping to solve our shortage. FDA should change discriminatory blood donation policies to help save lives." Sen. Tammy Baldwin
March 19, 2020 Stanton Urges Feds to Lift 'Unnecessary' Ban on Gay, Bisexual Blood Donations Rep. Greg Stanton
Feb. 19, 2020 Letter to Hon. Alex Azar II, Secretary of the Department of Health and Human Services - Wyden, Merkley Push Trump Administration to Withdraw Rules Allowing for Taxpayer-Funded Discrimination Sen. Ron Wyden, ...
Feb. 13, 2020 Congresswoman Angie Craig Hosts Parents of Matthew Shepard and LGBT Equality Caucus to Champion Acceptance and Prevent Hate Crimes Rep. Nancy Pelosi, ...
Feb. 11, 2020 Tweet - "I will vote no on the nomination of Andrew Brasher to the 11th Circuit. His track record on voting, reproductive, and LGBTQ rights raises serious concerns. #StopBrasher" Sen. Dick Durbin
Feb. 11, 2020 Tweet - "Harlem Renaissance blues singer, musician, and performer Gladys Bentley was a true pioneer. While singing and playing the piano, Bentley's performances helped break barriers for LGBTQ performers. #BlackHistoryMonth" Sen. Chuck Schumer
Feb. 11, 2020 Tweet - "Transgender migrants & asylum seekers are uniquely vulnerable while in immigration detention centers. I'm joining @PattyMurray , @SenFeinstein , and others in holding ICE accountable for their treatment of transgender detainees in their custody." Sen. Dick Durbin
Feb. 10, 2020 Feinstein, Murray, Senate Democrats Question ICE on Treatment of Transgender Detainees Sen. Patty Murray, ...
Feb. 6, 2020 Rep Lieu and The Equality Caucus Team up With Dan Reynolds of Imagine Dragons in Fight to Protect LGBTQ Youth from Taxpayer-Funded Conversion "therapy" Rep. Ted Lieu
Feb. 6, 2020 Letter to the Hon. Chad Wolf, Acting Secretary of the U.S. Dept. of Homeland Security, and the Hon. Matthew Albence, Acting Director of Immigration and Customs Enforcement - Van Hollen Joins Murray, Feinstein, Senate Democrats in Letter Requesting Answers on ICE Treatment of Transgender Detainees Sen. Jeff Merkley, ...
Feb. 5, 2020 Equality Caucus Teams Up with Dan Reynolds of Imagine Dragons in Fight to Protect LGBTQ Youth from Taxpayer-Funded Conversion "Therapy" Rep. Ted Lieu, ...
Feb. 5, 2020 Tweet - "LGBTQ rights activist and icon Marsha P. Johnson served as an important leader of the Stonewall Uprising--a pivotal moment for LGBTQ equality. Her legacy is one that we must honor and fight for. #BlackHistoryMonth" Sen. Chuck Schumer
Jan. 30, 2020 Klobuchar, Murkowski Introduce Legislation to Promote Enforcement of the Federal Hate Crimes Law Sen. Lisa Murkowski, ...
Jan. 24, 2020 Norton to Speak, Receive Award at Brother Help Thyself, Tomorrow Rep. Eleanor Norton
Jan. 21, 2020 Congresswoman Barbara Lee Introduces a Resolution Recognizing No Name Calling Week Rep. Mark Takano, ...
Jan. 17, 2020 Letter to President Donald Trump - Maloney Calls on Trump to Defend Ambassador Recalled for Defending LGBTQ People Rep. Emanuel Cleaver, ...
Jan. 17, 2020 Letter to William Kovacic, Former Chairman of the Federal Trade Commission - Rep. Maloney Leads Members of NY Delegation in Letter to ICE Demanding Answers Regarding the Detainment of Human Trafficking Survivor and Trans Man Yuen "Chin" Mei Tsui Rep. Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez, ...
Jan. 16, 2020 Senator Murray's Statement on Trump Administration's Proposal to Expand Federally-Sanctioned Discrimination Against the LGBTQIA+ Community and Women Sen. Patty Murray
Jan. 15, 2020 Fox News - Interview by Tucker Carlson, GOP Rep. Greg Steube Tells Tucker: "Not A Single Democrat' Voted To Protect Women's Sports Rep. Greg Steube
Jan. 14, 2020 Steube Introduces Bill to Protect Women and Girls in Competitive Sports Rep. Greg Steube
Jan. 14, 2020 Rep. Nadler Sends Letter to ICE Demanding End of Transgender Migrant Detention Rep. Joaquin Castro, ...
Jan. 14, 2020 Letter to the Hon. Chad Wolf, Acting Secretary of the U.S. Dept. of Homeland Security, and the Hon. Matthew Albence, Acting Director of Immigration and Customs Enforcement - Quigley Leads House Letter Calling for End to Transgender Migrant Detention Rep. Gil Cisneros, ...
Jan. 13, 2020 Letter to the Hon. Donald Trump, President of the United States - 50+ Members Call Out Trump Administration's Removal of Ambassador who Defended LGBTQ People Rep. Donald Beyer, ...
Jan. 12, 2020 Tweet - "The Administration is attempting to rollback the #ACA's protections, including provisions that prohibit discrimination against #LGBTQ Americans in health care. House Dems will continue to defend the law and its protections. RT if you stand with us." Rep. Steny Hoyer
Jan. 10, 2020 Letter to the Hon. Mitch McConnell, Senate Majority Leader and the Hon. Charles Schumer, Senate Minority Leader - 70+ House Members Urge Senate to Reject Judicial Nominee Vandyke for his Anti-LGBTQ+ Beliefs Rep. Dina Titus, ...
Jan. 1, 2020 Issue Position: Fighting for LGBTQ+ Equality Rep. Chris Pappas
Dec. 22, 2019 Tweet - "They told us throwing out "Don't Ask, Don't Tell" would damage our military. They told us "Don't Ask, Don't Tell" was essential protecting America. They were wrong. Nine years after DADT was finally repealed, our military is stronger for it." Rep. Nancy Pelosi
Dec. 18, 2019 Letter to the Hon. Alex Azar, Secretary of the Department of Health and Human Service - Feinstein, Wyden, Murrary, Colleagues Demand HHS Rescind Rule Allowing Taxpayer-Funded Discrimination Sen. Ron Wyden, ...
Dec. 12, 2019 HELP Committee Passes Key Provisions Of Kaine Bills To Strengthen Support For Children At Risk Of Abuse Sen. Tim Kaine
Dec. 10, 2019 Las Vegas Sun - VanDyke judicial nomination is a red flag Rep. Susie Lee
Dec. 9, 2019 Letter to the Hon. Alex Azar, Secretary of the Department of Health and Human Services, and the Hon. Jennifer Moughalian, Acting Assistant Secretary for Financial Resources and Acting Chief Financial Officer of the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services - Velázquez, Craig and Maloney Press HHS on Removal of LGBTQ Protections Rep. Suzan DelBene, ...
Dec. 9, 2019 Letter to the Hon. Mitch McConnell, Senate Majority Leader, and the Hon. Charles Schumer, Senate Minority Leader - Rep. Lee Sends Letter to Senate Leadership, Pens Op-Ed Opposing Nevada Judicial Nominee VanDyke for Anti-LGBTQ+ Beliefs Rep. Veronica Escobar, ...
Nov. 21, 2019 Pappas Condemns HHS Rule Allowing Foster Care and Adoption Discrimination Rep. Chris Pappas
Nov. 20, 2019 Rep. Susie Lee Commemorates Transgender Day of Remembrance Rep. Susie Lee
Nov. 20, 2019 Tweet - "Such a pleasure to speak with @angelicaross this #TransDayofRemembrance about the fight to ensure a future free from fear & violence for transgender Americans. It's been more than 180 days since the #EqualityAct passed the House -- it's time for the Senate to hold a vote." Rep. Nancy Pelosi
Nov. 20, 2019 Tweet - ".@HouseDemocrats are committed to ensuring that every transgender American can live free from fear and violence, and putting an end to heartbreaking attacks on these brave individuals -- particularly those waged against trans women of color." Rep. Nancy Pelosi
Date Title Politician
May 7, 2020 Letter to the Hon. Dr. Stephen Hahn, Commissioner of the Food and Drug Administration - Oversight Committee Urges FDA to Revise Policy Preventing Gay and Bisexual Men from Donating Plasma for Coronavirus Research Rep.Jamie Raskin, ...
May 7, 2020 Letter to Mike Pompeo, Secretary of State, and John Barsa, Acting Administrator USAID - Senator Markey and Rep. Titus Lead Colleagues in Urging State Department, USAID to Protect Global LGBTQI Population During Coronavirus Pandemic Rep.Ro Khanna, ...
May 3, 2020 Watson Coleman Condemns Homophobic Remarks by Trenton City Councilwoman Rep.Bonnie Watson Coleman
May 1, 2020 Pelosi Statement on Trump Administration Assault on the Health of LGBTQ Americans Rep.Nancy Pelosi
May 1, 2020 Tweet - "The Admin's rule to end anti-discrimination protections for LGBTQ Americans is outrageous. House Dems will continue to do everything in our power to protect LGBTQ Americans from discrimination & help ensure access to quality, affordable health care." Rep.Steny Hoyer
May 1, 2020 Hoyer Statement on the Trump Administration's Attempt to Undermine LGBTQ Health Care Rep.Steny Hoyer
April 14, 2020 Smith Statement on One-Year Anniversary of Trump's Discriminatory Transgender Ban Rep.Adam Smith
April 3, 2020 Wyden, Merkley Welcome Updated Blood Donation Policy Sen.Ron Wyden, ...
April 2, 2020 FDA Changes Blood Donation Policy After Letter from Oversight Committee Rep.Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez, ...
April 2, 2020 Tweet - "I have long fought to end discriminatory blood donation policies to ensure that all healthy individuals are able to donate. @US_FDA took an important step forward today by easing restrictions and we must continue working to have science and facts drive blood donation policies." Sen.Tammy Baldwin
April 1, 2020 Letter to the Hon. Stephen Hahn, Commissioner of the Food and Drug Administration - Maloney and Ocasio-Cortez Urge FDA to Immediately Revise Policy Banning Gay and Bisexual Men from Donating Blood as Coronavirus Threatens Nation's Supply Rep.Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez, ...
March 31, 2020 Tweet - "Today is #TransVisibilityDay, and I am proud to stand in solidarity with trans people around the country. In light of the public health crisis we face, we must continue to advocate for the trans community and work to ensure they are not denied health care due to discrimination." Rep.Steny Hoyer
March 31, 2020 Tweet - "Equal work should mean equal pay, period. We depend on our workers now more than ever before, and we ought to make sure they're paid equally, regardless of gender, ethnicity, sexual orientation, or any other factor. #EqualPayDay" Rep.Jim Clyburn
March 26, 2020 Letter to Ambassador Deborah Birx - Haaland, Davids Lead Congressional LGBTQ+ Equality Caucus Expressing Concern on Coronavirus and the LGBTQ Community Rep.Gwen Moore, ...
March 26, 2020 Tweet - "COVID-19 has created a blood shortage and we must increase our nation's supply based on science & facts. @US_FDA should not prevent healthy gay & bisexual men from helping to solve our shortage. FDA should change discriminatory blood donation policies to help save lives." Sen.Tammy Baldwin
March 19, 2020 Stanton Urges Feds to Lift 'Unnecessary' Ban on Gay, Bisexual Blood Donations Rep.Greg Stanton
Feb. 19, 2020 Letter to Hon. Alex Azar II, Secretary of the Department of Health and Human Services - Wyden, Merkley Push Trump Administration to Withdraw Rules Allowing for Taxpayer-Funded Discrimination Sen.Ron Wyden, ...
Feb. 13, 2020 Congresswoman Angie Craig Hosts Parents of Matthew Shepard and LGBT Equality Caucus to Champion Acceptance and Prevent Hate Crimes Rep.Nancy Pelosi, ...
Feb. 11, 2020 Tweet - "I will vote no on the nomination of Andrew Brasher to the 11th Circuit. His track record on voting, reproductive, and LGBTQ rights raises serious concerns. #StopBrasher" Sen.Dick Durbin
Feb. 11, 2020 Tweet - "Harlem Renaissance blues singer, musician, and performer Gladys Bentley was a true pioneer. While singing and playing the piano, Bentley's performances helped break barriers for LGBTQ performers. #BlackHistoryMonth" Sen.Chuck Schumer
Feb. 11, 2020 Tweet - "Transgender migrants & asylum seekers are uniquely vulnerable while in immigration detention centers. I'm joining @PattyMurray , @SenFeinstein , and others in holding ICE accountable for their treatment of transgender detainees in their custody." Sen.Dick Durbin
Feb. 10, 2020 Feinstein, Murray, Senate Democrats Question ICE on Treatment of Transgender Detainees Sen.Patty Murray, ...
Feb. 6, 2020 Rep Lieu and The Equality Caucus Team up With Dan Reynolds of Imagine Dragons in Fight to Protect LGBTQ Youth from Taxpayer-Funded Conversion "therapy" Rep.Ted Lieu
Feb. 6, 2020 Letter to the Hon. Chad Wolf, Acting Secretary of the U.S. Dept. of Homeland Security, and the Hon. Matthew Albence, Acting Director of Immigration and Customs Enforcement - Van Hollen Joins Murray, Feinstein, Senate Democrats in Letter Requesting Answers on ICE Treatment of Transgender Detainees Sen.Jeff Merkley, ...
Feb. 5, 2020 Equality Caucus Teams Up with Dan Reynolds of Imagine Dragons in Fight to Protect LGBTQ Youth from Taxpayer-Funded Conversion "Therapy" Rep.Ted Lieu, ...
Feb. 5, 2020 Tweet - "LGBTQ rights activist and icon Marsha P. Johnson served as an important leader of the Stonewall Uprising--a pivotal moment for LGBTQ equality. Her legacy is one that we must honor and fight for. #BlackHistoryMonth" Sen.Chuck Schumer
Jan. 30, 2020 Klobuchar, Murkowski Introduce Legislation to Promote Enforcement of the Federal Hate Crimes Law Sen.Lisa Murkowski, ...
Jan. 24, 2020 Norton to Speak, Receive Award at Brother Help Thyself, Tomorrow Rep.Eleanor Norton
Jan. 21, 2020 Congresswoman Barbara Lee Introduces a Resolution Recognizing No Name Calling Week Rep.Mark Takano, ...
Jan. 17, 2020 Letter to President Donald Trump - Maloney Calls on Trump to Defend Ambassador Recalled for Defending LGBTQ People Rep.Emanuel Cleaver, ...
Jan. 17, 2020 Letter to William Kovacic, Former Chairman of the Federal Trade Commission - Rep. Maloney Leads Members of NY Delegation in Letter to ICE Demanding Answers Regarding the Detainment of Human Trafficking Survivor and Trans Man Yuen "Chin" Mei Tsui Rep.Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez, ...
Jan. 16, 2020 Senator Murray's Statement on Trump Administration's Proposal to Expand Federally-Sanctioned Discrimination Against the LGBTQIA+ Community and Women Sen.Patty Murray
Jan. 15, 2020 Fox News - Interview by Tucker Carlson, GOP Rep. Greg Steube Tells Tucker: "Not A Single Democrat' Voted To Protect Women's Sports Rep.Greg Steube
Jan. 14, 2020 Steube Introduces Bill to Protect Women and Girls in Competitive Sports Rep.Greg Steube
Jan. 14, 2020 Rep. Nadler Sends Letter to ICE Demanding End of Transgender Migrant Detention Rep.Joaquin Castro, ...
Jan. 14, 2020 Letter to the Hon. Chad Wolf, Acting Secretary of the U.S. Dept. of Homeland Security, and the Hon. Matthew Albence, Acting Director of Immigration and Customs Enforcement - Quigley Leads House Letter Calling for End to Transgender Migrant Detention Rep.Gil Cisneros, ...
Jan. 13, 2020 Letter to the Hon. Donald Trump, President of the United States - 50+ Members Call Out Trump Administration's Removal of Ambassador who Defended LGBTQ People Rep.Donald Beyer, ...
Jan. 12, 2020 Tweet - "The Administration is attempting to rollback the #ACA's protections, including provisions that prohibit discrimination against #LGBTQ Americans in health care. House Dems will continue to defend the law and its protections. RT if you stand with us." Rep.Steny Hoyer
Jan. 10, 2020 Letter to the Hon. Mitch McConnell, Senate Majority Leader and the Hon. Charles Schumer, Senate Minority Leader - 70+ House Members Urge Senate to Reject Judicial Nominee Vandyke for his Anti-LGBTQ+ Beliefs Rep.Dina Titus, ...
Jan. 1, 2020 Issue Position: Fighting for LGBTQ+ Equality Rep.Chris Pappas
Dec. 22, 2019 Tweet - "They told us throwing out "Don't Ask, Don't Tell" would damage our military. They told us "Don't Ask, Don't Tell" was essential protecting America. They were wrong. Nine years after DADT was finally repealed, our military is stronger for it." Rep.Nancy Pelosi
Dec. 18, 2019 Letter to the Hon. Alex Azar, Secretary of the Department of Health and Human Service - Feinstein, Wyden, Murrary, Colleagues Demand HHS Rescind Rule Allowing Taxpayer-Funded Discrimination Sen.Ron Wyden, ...
Dec. 12, 2019 HELP Committee Passes Key Provisions Of Kaine Bills To Strengthen Support For Children At Risk Of Abuse Sen.Tim Kaine
Dec. 10, 2019 Las Vegas Sun - VanDyke judicial nomination is a red flag Rep.Susie Lee
Dec. 9, 2019 Letter to the Hon. Alex Azar, Secretary of the Department of Health and Human Services, and the Hon. Jennifer Moughalian, Acting Assistant Secretary for Financial Resources and Acting Chief Financial Officer of the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services - Velázquez, Craig and Maloney Press HHS on Removal of LGBTQ Protections Rep.Suzan DelBene, ...
Dec. 9, 2019 Letter to the Hon. Mitch McConnell, Senate Majority Leader, and the Hon. Charles Schumer, Senate Minority Leader - Rep. Lee Sends Letter to Senate Leadership, Pens Op-Ed Opposing Nevada Judicial Nominee VanDyke for Anti-LGBTQ+ Beliefs Rep.Veronica Escobar, ...
Nov. 21, 2019 Pappas Condemns HHS Rule Allowing Foster Care and Adoption Discrimination Rep.Chris Pappas
Nov. 20, 2019 Rep. Susie Lee Commemorates Transgender Day of Remembrance Rep.Susie Lee
Nov. 20, 2019 Tweet - "Such a pleasure to speak with @angelicaross this #TransDayofRemembrance about the fight to ensure a future free from fear & violence for transgender Americans. It's been more than 180 days since the #EqualityAct passed the House -- it's time for the Senate to hold a vote." Rep.Nancy Pelosi
Nov. 20, 2019 Tweet - ".@HouseDemocrats are committed to ensuring that every transgender American can live free from fear and violence, and putting an end to heartbreaking attacks on these brave individuals -- particularly those waged against trans women of color." Rep.Nancy Pelosi
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