[Congressional Record Volume 170, Number 75 (Wednesday, May 1, 2024)]
[Senate]
[Page S3138]
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                         SUBMITTED RESOLUTIONS

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  SENATE RESOLUTION 666--CONGRATULATING THE GAY, LESBIAN, AND ALLIES 
   SENATE STAFF CAUCUS ASSOCIATION ON THE 20-YEAR ANNIVERSARY OF THE 
                              ASSOCIATION

  Ms. BALDWIN (for herself, Mr. Bennet, Ms. Butler, Ms. Hirono, Mr. 
Coons, Ms. Stabenow, Mr. Wyden, Mr. Cardin, Mrs. Murray, Mr. Reed, Ms. 
Hassan, Mr. Markey, Mr. Sanders, Mr. Fetterman, Mr. Padilla, Ms. Cortez 
Masto, Mr. Kaine, Mrs. Gillibrand, Ms. Rosen, and Mr. Merkley) 
submitted the following resolution; which was referred to the Committee 
on Rules and Administration:

                              S. Res. 666

       Whereas, on April 23, 2004, several Senate staffers joined 
     to form a first-of-its-kind staff association for lesbian, 
     gay, bisexual, transgender, and queer (referred to in this 
     preamble as ``LGBTQ'') Senate staff and their allies, marking 
     the establishment of what would become a pivotal organization 
     in the Senate;
       Whereas the Gay, Lesbian, and Allies Senate Staff Caucus 
     association (referred to in this preamble as the ``GLASS 
     Caucus association'') has continued to serve the Senate 
     community for 2 decades by raising awareness of issues 
     affecting the LGBTQ community;
       Whereas the GLASS Caucus association has steadfastly 
     promoted the welfare and dignity of LGBTQ Senate employees 
     throughout its history; and
       Whereas the GLASS Caucus association has persistently 
     provided a safe environment for social interaction and 
     professional development, fostering a more inclusive 
     workplace within the Senate: Now, therefore, be it
       Resolved, That the Senate--
       (1) congratulates the Gay, Lesbian, and Allies Senate Staff 
     Caucus association (referred to in this resolution as the 
     ``GLASS Caucus association'') on the momentous occasion of 
     its 20th anniversary;
       (2) commends the late Senator Frank Raleigh Lautenberg of 
     the State of New Jersey for--
       (A) his foundational role in the formation of the GLASS 
     Caucus association; and
       (B) his unwavering support for equality, which has had a 
     lasting impact on the Senate and its staff;
       (3) recognizes the inaugural members of the GLASS Caucus 
     association Steering Committee, including Lynden Armstrong, 
     Brett Bearce, Jeffrey Levensaler, Josh Brekenfeld, Jason 
     Knapp, John Fossum, Kelsey Phipps, and Mat Young, for their 
     vision and hard work in establishing the GLASS Caucus 
     association;
       (4) acknowledges all past and present members of the GLASS 
     Caucus association who have contributed to the success of the 
     GLASS Caucus association during the 2 decades it has existed;
       (5) applauds the GLASS Caucus association for ensuring a 
     welcoming and equitable environment for all Senate staff 
     through an ongoing commitment to enhancing the lives of LGBTQ 
     individuals in the Senate through advocacy, education, and 
     support; and
       (6) recognizes the 2024 board members of the GLASS Caucus 
     association, including Paul Hurton, Abi Jimenez, Cameron 
     Smith, Laakea Stone, Kevin Figueroa, Aidan Camas, Leilani 
     Doktor, Brian Walsh, and Kurtis Miller, for their dedication 
     and leadership, continuing the mission of the GLASS Caucus 
     association into its third decade.

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