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A resolution supporting the goals and principles of Transgender Day of Remembrance by recognizing the epidemic of violence toward transgender people and memorializing the lives lost this year.

USA119th CongressSRES-511| Senate 
| Updated: 11/20/2025
Mazie K. Hirono

Mazie K. Hirono

Democratic Senator

Hawaii

Cosponsors (18)
Tammy Duckworth (Democratic)Adam B. Schiff (Democratic)Richard J. Durbin (Democratic)Edward J. Markey (Democratic)Elizabeth Warren (Democratic)Alex Padilla (Democratic)John W. Hickenlooper (Democratic)Chris Van Hollen (Democratic)Martin Heinrich (Democratic)Michael F. Bennet (Democratic)John Fetterman (Democratic)Brian Schatz (Democratic)Tammy Baldwin (Democratic)Cory A. Booker (Democratic)Peter Welch (Democratic)Jeff Merkley (Democratic)Ron Wyden (Democratic)Richard Blumenthal (Democratic)

Judiciary Committee

  • Introduced
  • In Committee
  • On Floor
  • Passed Chamber
  • Enacted
This Senate resolution supports the goals and principles of Transgender Day of Remembrance, an observance created in memory of Rita Hester and other transgender individuals lost to violence. It specifically recognizes the period between October 1, 2024, and September 30, 2025, memorializing the lives of at least 27 transgender or gender nonconforming people violently killed in the United States during this time, noting that underreporting likely means the true number is higher. The resolution highlights that violence disproportionately impacts transgender women of color , particularly Black transgender women. The resolution asserts that the alarming increase in violence against transgender people is unacceptable and finding solutions must be a pressing priority for the U.S. Government. It calls for efforts to study, respond to, and prevent such violence, while affirming that every person is endowed with basic human rights. The resolution also recognizes the bravery and resilience of the transgender community in their fight for dignity and respect, acknowledging their significant cultural impact and the challenges they face, including barriers to healthcare, homelessness, and the negative effects of anti-transgender legislation.
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Bill from Previous Congress

SRES 118-464
A resolution supporting the goals and principles of Transgender Day of Remembrance by recognizing the epidemic of violence toward transgender people and memorializing the lives lost this year.

Bill from Previous Congress

SRES 118-901
A resolution supporting the goals and principles of Transgender Day of Remembrance by recognizing the epidemic of violence toward transgender people and memorializing the lives lost this year.
Nov 20, 2025

Latest Companion Bill Action

HRES 119-899
Submitted in House
Nov 20, 2025
Introduced in Senate
Nov 20, 2025
Referred to the Committee on the Judiciary.
Nov 20, 2025
Referred to the Committee on the Judiciary. (text: CR S8280)
  • Bill from Previous Congress

    SRES 118-464
    A resolution supporting the goals and principles of Transgender Day of Remembrance by recognizing the epidemic of violence toward transgender people and memorializing the lives lost this year.


  • Bill from Previous Congress

    SRES 118-901
    A resolution supporting the goals and principles of Transgender Day of Remembrance by recognizing the epidemic of violence toward transgender people and memorializing the lives lost this year.


  • November 20, 2025

    Latest Companion Bill Action

    HRES 119-899
    Submitted in House


  • November 20, 2025
    Introduced in Senate


  • November 20, 2025
    Referred to the Committee on the Judiciary.


  • November 20, 2025
    Referred to the Committee on the Judiciary. (text: CR S8280)

Civil Rights and Liberties, Minority Issues

Related Bills

  • HRES 119-899: Supporting the goals and principles of Transgender Day of Remembrance by recognizing the epidemic of violence toward transgender people and memorializing the lives lost this year.

A resolution supporting the goals and principles of Transgender Day of Remembrance by recognizing the epidemic of violence toward transgender people and memorializing the lives lost this year.

USA119th CongressSRES-511| Senate 
| Updated: 11/20/2025
This Senate resolution supports the goals and principles of Transgender Day of Remembrance, an observance created in memory of Rita Hester and other transgender individuals lost to violence. It specifically recognizes the period between October 1, 2024, and September 30, 2025, memorializing the lives of at least 27 transgender or gender nonconforming people violently killed in the United States during this time, noting that underreporting likely means the true number is higher. The resolution highlights that violence disproportionately impacts transgender women of color , particularly Black transgender women. The resolution asserts that the alarming increase in violence against transgender people is unacceptable and finding solutions must be a pressing priority for the U.S. Government. It calls for efforts to study, respond to, and prevent such violence, while affirming that every person is endowed with basic human rights. The resolution also recognizes the bravery and resilience of the transgender community in their fight for dignity and respect, acknowledging their significant cultural impact and the challenges they face, including barriers to healthcare, homelessness, and the negative effects of anti-transgender legislation.
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Timeline

Bill from Previous Congress

SRES 118-464
A resolution supporting the goals and principles of Transgender Day of Remembrance by recognizing the epidemic of violence toward transgender people and memorializing the lives lost this year.

Bill from Previous Congress

SRES 118-901
A resolution supporting the goals and principles of Transgender Day of Remembrance by recognizing the epidemic of violence toward transgender people and memorializing the lives lost this year.
Nov 20, 2025

Latest Companion Bill Action

HRES 119-899
Submitted in House
Nov 20, 2025
Introduced in Senate
Nov 20, 2025
Referred to the Committee on the Judiciary.
Nov 20, 2025
Referred to the Committee on the Judiciary. (text: CR S8280)
  • Bill from Previous Congress

    SRES 118-464
    A resolution supporting the goals and principles of Transgender Day of Remembrance by recognizing the epidemic of violence toward transgender people and memorializing the lives lost this year.


  • Bill from Previous Congress

    SRES 118-901
    A resolution supporting the goals and principles of Transgender Day of Remembrance by recognizing the epidemic of violence toward transgender people and memorializing the lives lost this year.


  • November 20, 2025

    Latest Companion Bill Action

    HRES 119-899
    Submitted in House


  • November 20, 2025
    Introduced in Senate


  • November 20, 2025
    Referred to the Committee on the Judiciary.


  • November 20, 2025
    Referred to the Committee on the Judiciary. (text: CR S8280)
Mazie K. Hirono

Mazie K. Hirono

Democratic Senator

Hawaii

Cosponsors (18)
Tammy Duckworth (Democratic)Adam B. Schiff (Democratic)Richard J. Durbin (Democratic)Edward J. Markey (Democratic)Elizabeth Warren (Democratic)Alex Padilla (Democratic)John W. Hickenlooper (Democratic)Chris Van Hollen (Democratic)Martin Heinrich (Democratic)Michael F. Bennet (Democratic)John Fetterman (Democratic)Brian Schatz (Democratic)Tammy Baldwin (Democratic)Cory A. Booker (Democratic)Peter Welch (Democratic)Jeff Merkley (Democratic)Ron Wyden (Democratic)Richard Blumenthal (Democratic)

Judiciary Committee

Civil Rights and Liberties, Minority Issues

Related Bills

  • HRES 119-899: Supporting the goals and principles of Transgender Day of Remembrance by recognizing the epidemic of violence toward transgender people and memorializing the lives lost this year.
  • Introduced
  • In Committee
  • On Floor
  • Passed Chamber
  • Enacted