A bill to prohibit discrimination on the basis of sex, gender identity, and sexual orientation, and for other purposes.
The bill’s titles are written by its sponsor.
Sponsor and status
Introduced on Mar 13, 2019
This bill is in the first stage of the legislative process. It was introduced into Congress on March 13, 2019. It will typically be considered by committee next before it is possibly sent on to the House or Senate as a whole.
H.R. 5
(same title)
Passed House (Senate next) — May 17, 2019
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Jul 23, 2015
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This activity took place on a related bill, S. 1858 (114th). |
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May 2, 2017
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Earlier Version —
Introduced
This activity took place on a related bill, S. 1006 (115th). |
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Mar 13, 2019
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Introduced
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S. 788 is a bill in the United States Congress.
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