Contact Congress about S.Res. 604: A resolution recognizing that it is the duty of the Federal Government to develop and implement a Transgender Bill of Rights to protect and codify the rights of transgender and nonbinary people under the law and ensure their access to medical care, shelter, safety, and economic security.

Transgender and nonbinary people would get broader federal protections if Congress later turned this plan into law. The resolution covers health care, schools, jobs, housing, IDs, immigration, military service, and safety. By itself, it only states the Senate’s view.

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A resolution recognizing that it is the duty of the Federal Government to develop and implement a Transgender Bill of Rights to protect and codify the rights of transgender and nonbinary people under the law and ensure their access to medical care, shelter, safety, and economic security. is a Senate bill in committee. The latest recorded action: Referred to the Committee on the Judiciary. (text: CR S580-581).

Latest action on S.Res. 604: Referred to the Committee on the Judiciary. (text: CR S580-581)

Who this affects: This bill mainly affects transgender and nonbinary people, especially those trying to get health care, update IDs, attend school, find housing, keep a job, get credit, serve in the military, seek immigration relief, or stay safe in custody. It could also affect schools, employers, landlords, lenders, health providers, prisons, jails, immigration detention centers, federal agencies, and the Justice Department if later laws or rules are passed.

Why this matters: This matters because transgender and nonbinary people can face barriers in many parts of daily life, and this resolution puts those issues into one federal plan. It points to changes that could affect health care, school, work, housing, safety, documents, military service, and immigration. The practical effect depends on whether Congress or federal agencies turn the plan into binding law or policy.

Key provisions in S.Res. 604

• The Senate would state that the federal government should create a full Transgender Bill of Rights. The plan would focus on transgender and nonbinary people.
• Core civil rights laws would name gender identity and sex characteristics directly. That includes the Civil Rights Act, Title VII job protections, the Fair Housing Act, and the Equal Credit Opportunity Act.
• Public places and services would face broader anti-discrimination rules. The resolution also says sex-based discrimination should not be allowed there even when someone gives a religious reason.
• Students would get federal protection from discrimination based on gender identity and sex characteristics. That would cover all school activities and facilities, including sports.
• Health care providers would have to follow existing bans on sex discrimination. The resolution also calls for removing government limits on gender-affirming care for adults and adolescents.

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Questions people ask about S.Res. 604

What is S.Res. 604?

Transgender and nonbinary people would get broader federal protections if Congress later turned this plan into law. The resolution covers health care, schools, jobs, housing, IDs, immigration, military service, and safety. By itself, it only states the Senate’s view.

How do I support or oppose S.Res. 604?

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Who should I contact about S.Res. 604?

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