NEW: Our 118th Congress leadership!
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The reported proposed guidelines are an important step forward towards ensuring our blood donation guidelines are grounded in science, not stigma.
Read our full statement here as we wait for the proposed guidelines to be formally released⬇️
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., representing Long Beach and southeast LA's #CA42, is a career educator and the former Mayor of Long Beach. He is the first LGBTQ+ immigrant to serve in Congress. He's into comic books.
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Last Friday, I was officially sworn into the United States Congress to represent California’s 42nd district. It’s the honor of a lifetime to represent our community in Congress. Check out my official portraits.
Let’s get to work!
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. represents Vermont. She was a teacher before serving in the VT State Senate, where she was elected Majority Leader and then President Pro Tem. She is the first woman and the first openly LGBTQ+ person to represent Vermont in Congress.
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To see my name in the halls of Congress was a surreal feeling. I wouldn't be here without the support of my family & all the people back home who believed in me. Vermonters sent me to Washington to fight for change and to deliver results for everyday folks. Time to get to work!
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This action by builds on my LGTBQI+ Data Inclusion Act, which passed the House last year. It is a historic and positive step to accelerate our efforts to close the data gap and ensure we comprehensively address the LGBTQI+ community's needs.
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[2/2] Last year, the House passed the LGBTQI+ Data Inclusion Act to require federal surveys to collect data on sexual orientation, gender identity & variations in sex characteristics. This Agenda brings us one step closer to that goal.
Read our statement:
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[1/2] Better data leads to better policies, yet too many federal surveys do not collect data on our community.
Today the released the Federal Evidence Agenda on LGBTQI+ Equity to provide an important roadmap to agencies on how to address these data gaps.
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Today, the Biden-Harris Administration is delivering on its commitment to use data to advance equity for LGBTQI+ Americans with the first-ever Federal Evidence Agenda on LGBTQI+ Equity. Learn more 
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Exactly. This is why parents should make the choices about their children's medical care in consultation with their doctors. No need for extreme MAGA Republicans to intervene and limit our freedoms.
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Parents’ voices matter. No one is more equipped to decide what is best for children than their parents.
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Year 2 of the Biden-Harris Administration in the books.
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State bills attacking LGBTQI+ rights not only undermine the rights of the community but also negatively impact the mental health of our youth.
In Congress, our members are dedicated to protecting the rights of all LGBTQI+ people – no matter their age.
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It's an honor to return as an Co-Chair, and I look forward to working w/ our newest Co-Chairs , , & . With threats against our community on the rise, we're ready to fight back & protect LGBTQ+ Americans across our country.
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NEW: Our 118th Congress leadership!
Chair: @RepMarkPocan
Co-Chairs:
@RepCicilline
@RepMarkTakano
@RepAngieCraig
@RepDavids
@RepChrisPappas
@RepRitchie
@RepBeccaB
@RepRobertGarcia
@RepEricSorensen
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Chair: @RepMarkPocan
Co-Chairs:
@RepCicilline
@RepMarkTakano
@RepAngieCraig
@RepDavids
@RepChrisPappas
@RepRitchie
@RepBeccaB
@RepRobertGarcia
@RepEricSorensen
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New leadership team is giving gay Justice League. Can’t wait to get to work with these real life super heroes and fight for the rights, freedoms, and liberties that LGBTQI+ people deserve. We are committed to protecting the human rights of ALL Americans.
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NEW: Our 118th Congress leadership!
Chair: @RepMarkPocan
Co-Chairs:
@RepCicilline
@RepMarkTakano
@RepAngieCraig
@RepDavids
@RepChrisPappas
@RepRitchie
@RepBeccaB
@RepRobertGarcia
@RepEricSorensen
Follow them & our work fighting for LGBTQI+ equality!
Chair: @RepMarkPocan
Co-Chairs:
@RepCicilline
@RepMarkTakano
@RepAngieCraig
@RepDavids
@RepChrisPappas
@RepRitchie
@RepBeccaB
@RepRobertGarcia
@RepEricSorensen
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Fighting for justice can also be joyous. Especially alongside those committed to leading with love. I’m proud to join a caucus, @LGBTEqCaucus, that has been a consistent, leading voice against hate and violence.
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NEW: Our 118th Congress leadership!
Chair: @RepMarkPocan
Co-Chairs:
@RepCicilline
@RepMarkTakano
@RepAngieCraig
@RepDavids
@RepChrisPappas
@RepRitchie
@RepBeccaB
@RepRobertGarcia
@RepEricSorensen
Follow them & our work fighting for LGBTQI+ equality!
Chair: @RepMarkPocan
Co-Chairs:
@RepCicilline
@RepMarkTakano
@RepAngieCraig
@RepDavids
@RepChrisPappas
@RepRitchie
@RepBeccaB
@RepRobertGarcia
@RepEricSorensen
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First Ron Desantis banned trans kids from playing sports. Now, he's asking for trans students’ medical records. What other rights will he go for next?
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This is just another example of the livelihoods of our trans & nonbinary communities being attacked.
Politicians, especially those with no medical training, shouldn't be interfering with access to healthcare, & collecting this data does just that.
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I am proud to be a member of the LGBTQI+ community, and a Co-Chair of the @LGBTEqCaucus again in the 118th Congress!
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Ready to keep fighting for the LGBTQI+ community —especially now because extremist House Republicans have made it clear that repealing rights is a big part of their agenda.
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Our Co-Chairs will work with Chair @RepMarkPocan to set the Caucus’ agenda & fulfill the Caucus’ mission to promote equality for all people regardless of sexual orientation, gender identity, or sex characteristics.
Read our full statement here
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This is just another example of the livelihoods of our trans & nonbinary communities being attacked.
Politicians, especially those with no medical training, shouldn't be interfering with access to healthcare, & collecting this data does just that.
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Our Co-Chairs will work with Chair to set the Caucus’ agenda & fulfill the Caucus’ mission to promote equality for all people regardless of sexual orientation, gender identity, or sex characteristics.
Read our full statement here ⬇️
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Conversion therapy is a discredited, harmful practice based on the false notion that being LGBTQ+ is a problem that needs to be "cured."
Chair is exactly right. It's appalling that any elected official would vote to block a ban on this harmful practice.
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No LGBTQ person should ever be subject to conversion therapy.
I'm appalled Wisconsin Republicans blocked our state's ban of this discredited practice. It's hurtful, harmful, and just plain wrong. captimes.com/news/governmen
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., thank you for your leadership of the over the last two years—and thank you for continuing on in a co-chair role.
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Thank you, @RepCicilline, for leading the @LGBTEqCaucus as our Chair last Congress 
The LGBTQI+ Community greatly benefited from your leadership and advocacy these past two years & we look forward to continuing to work with you in your role as a Co-Chair this Congress.
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Congratulations, ! I look forward to working with you and to protect and advance the rights of LGBTQ+ people across our country.
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The @LGBTEqCaucus is excited to announce @RepMarkPocan as our Chair for the 118th Congress
Congressman Pocan will bring his years of experience helping previously lead the Equality Caucus as one of its Co-Chairs, as well as significant experience leading other caucuses.
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It was an honor to chair the @LGBTEqCaucus & I'm so proud of all we accomplished, incl:
- protecting marriage equality
- increasing funding for LGBTQI+ priorities at home & abroad
- making Pulse a national memorial
Looking forward to continuing the fight w Chair .
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Thank you, @RepCicilline, for leading the @LGBTEqCaucus as our Chair last Congress
The LGBTQI+ Community greatly benefited from your leadership and advocacy these past two years & we look forward to continuing to work with you in your role as a Co-Chair this Congress.
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We’re so proud to see our CPC Chair Emeritus in this new role! He is an experienced, exceptional leader and champion for LGBTQ rights. He won’t back down in the face attacks on LGBTQ people—critical under a Republican House majority.
Congratulations, Chair Pocan!
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The @LGBTEqCaucus is excited to announce @RepMarkPocan as our Chair for the 118th Congress
Congressman Pocan will bring his years of experience helping previously lead the Equality Caucus as one of its Co-Chairs, as well as significant experience leading other caucuses.
Congressman Pocan will bring his years of experience helping previously lead the Equality Caucus as one of its Co-Chairs, as well as significant experience leading other caucuses.Show this thread
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I am honored to be the next Chair of the Congressional Equality Caucus and to build upon the Caucus’s accomplishments over the past 14 years.
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The @LGBTEqCaucus is excited to announce @RepMarkPocan as our Chair for the 118th Congress
Congressman Pocan will bring his years of experience helping previously lead the Equality Caucus as one of its Co-Chairs, as well as significant experience leading other caucuses.
Congressman Pocan will bring his years of experience helping previously lead the Equality Caucus as one of its Co-Chairs, as well as significant experience leading other caucuses.Show this thread
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Read our full statement here ⬇️
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Thank you, , for leading the @LGBTEqCaucus as our Chair last Congress 🏳️🌈🏳️⚧️
The LGBTQI+ Community greatly benefited from your leadership and advocacy these past two years & we look forward to continuing to work with you in your role as a Co-Chair this Congress.
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Read our full statement here ⬇️
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The @LGBTEqCaucus is excited to announce as our Chair for the 118th Congress 🏳️🌈🏳️⚧️
Congressman Pocan will bring his years of experience helping previously lead the Equality Caucus as one of its Co-Chairs, as well as significant experience leading other caucuses.
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Integrity and honesty are central to being a Member of the House of Representatives and to properly represent your community—both one’s district and the LGBTQ+ community.
Read our statement calling on Representative-Elect Santos to step down:
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After passing the House and Senate unanimously, I look forward to @POTUS signing the "21st Century President Act." This bill moves us one more step toward guaranteed equal protection under the law. Read my press release to learn more. pocan.house.gov/media-center/p
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Happy Holidays from the @LGBTEqCaucus ❄️✨
As everyone celebrates their respective holidays with their loved ones, families, & chosen families, we wish you all safe travels, love, & joy during this holiday season. ♥️
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Hate-fueled threads like this are EXACTLY why the LGBTQ+ community is under threat and so dedicated to telling our story and providing safe spaces to all. Love will win out, Chip – be better.
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The $1.7 trillion omnibus would funnel BILLIONS of taxpayer dollars to woke pet projects from members like AOC & Hakeem Jeffries.
Then why are some Senate Republicans planning to vote for it?
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ICYMI: Yesterday, the Senate passed the 21st Century President Act to remove certain gender-specific references in the U.S. code to make clear that LGBTQ+ people & women can be President.
Thank you for introducing this bill & for another win for equality!🏳️🌈🇺🇸
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After passing the House and Senate unanimously, I look forward to @POTUS signing the "21st Century President Act." This bill moves us one more step toward guaranteed equal protection under the law. Read my press release to learn more. pocan.house.gov/media-center/p
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After passing the House and Senate unanimously, I look forward to signing the "21st Century President Act." This bill moves us one more step toward guaranteed equal protection under the law. Read my press release to learn more.
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The different experiences of our friends, neighbors & colleagues are important to understand. Which is why the @LGBTEqCaucus’ inaugural report on the condition of LGBTQ+ people in the U.S. is crucial and eye-opening.
We must continue striving to complete and total equality.
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NEW: The @LGBTEqCaucus released their Inaugural Report on the Condition of LGBTQ+ People in the United States.
This report shines a light on the experiences of LGBTQ+ people in today’s society & the disparities LGBTQ+ people face throughout their lifetime.
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Read our full statement honoring Congressman Maloney here ⬇️
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As we near the end of this Congress, we're celebrating the leadership of , the 1st openly gay person elected to Congress from NY 🏳️🌈
Thank you, Co-Chair Maloney, for your tireless work on behalf of the the LGBTQ+ community throughout your tenure in Congress.
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Read our full statement honoring Congressman Jones here ⬇️
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As we near the end of this Congress, we're celebrating the leadership of , the first black gay man elected to Congress 🏳️🌈
Thank you, Co-Chair Jones, for your tireless work on behalf of the the LGBTQ+ community throughout your tenure in Congress.
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