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THIRD READING
Bill No: SR 49
Author: Leno (D), Galgiani (D), and Lara (D)
Amended: 6/18/14
Vote: Majority
SUBJECT : Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, and Transgender Pride Month
SOURCE : Author
DIGEST : This resolution proclaims June 2014 as Lesbian, Gay,
Bisexual, and Transgender (LGBT) Pride Month; urges all
residents to join in celebrating the culture, accomplishments,
and contributions of LGBT people; and encourages the people of
California to work to help advance the cause of equality for
LGBT people and their families.
Senate Floor Amendments of 6/18/14 acknowledge the U.S. Supreme
Court decision to strike down the Defense of Marriage Act, and
to affirm that all loving and committed couples who are married
deserve equal treatment and respect from the federal government.
ANALYSIS : This resolution makes the following legislative
findings:
1.Our great state and nation consistently and diligently strive
to promote the egalitarian principles of equality and justice
where all people have inalienable rights, including life,
liberty, and the pursuit of happiness.
2.California's and America's diversity is one of our greatest
strengths.
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3.LGBT people have made important and lasting contributions to
our great state and nation in every field of endeavor,
including, but not limited to, business, medicine, law,
humanities, science, literature, politics, education, music,
philanthropy, sports and athletics, arts, and culture, that
enrich our national life.
4.LGBT people come from all walks of life, regardless of race,
ethnicity, color, religion, ancestry, national origin,
economic status, physical or mental ability, medical
condition, sex, or gender identity or expression.
5.LBGT Americans, their families and friends, and all those
committed to justice and equality celebrate, during the month
of June, the rich culture, the notable achievements, and the
outstanding services that LGBT Americans make to our great
state and nation.
This resolution proclaims June 2014 as LGBT Pride Month; urges
all residents to join in celebrating the culture,
accomplishments, and contributions of LGBT people; and
encourages the people of California to work to help advance the
cause of equality for LGBT people and their families.
FISCAL EFFECT : Fiscal Com.: No
AL/JA:e 6/19/14 Senate Floor Analyses
SUPPORT/OPPOSITION: NONE RECEIVED
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