HRES 248 · 118th Congress · Civil Rights and Liberties, Minority Issues

Recognizing the contributions of Clela Rorex, pioneering county clerk who advanced civil rights for all couples seeking to be married in 1975.

Introduced 2023-03-23· Sponsored by Rep. Neguse, Joe [D-CO-2]· House

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Latest: Referred to the House Committee on the Judiciary.(2023-03-23)

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[AI summary unavailable — showing source text] This resolution expresses support for the designation of Clela Rorex Day to recognize Clela Rorex for issuing the first same-sex marriage license in the United States and becoming a pioneer for civil rights and same-sex marriage.…

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Cosponsors (9)

9 Democrats
Rep. Pocan, Mark [D-WI-2]WI
Rep. Crow, Jason [D-CO-6]CO
Rep. DeGette, Diana [D-CO-1]CO
Rep. Pettersen, Brittany [D-CO-7]CO
Rep. Caraveo, Yadira [D-CO-8]CO
Rep. Kuster, Ann M. [D-NH-2]NH
Rep. Scott, David [D-GA-13]GA
Rep. Bonamici, Suzanne [D-OR-1]OR
Rep. Davids, Sharice [D-KS-3]KS