Search Results: keywords:"nondiscrimination policies"

  • S. 4613 — To amend the Older Americans Act of 1965 to establish the Office of LGBTQI Inclusion and a rural outreach grant program, and for other purposes.
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    Status:Introduced in Senate
    Words:2,295

    The bill, known as the "Elder Pride Act," aims to amend the Older Americans Act of 1965 to support LGBTQI older individuals. It proposes the creation of the Office of LGBTQI Inclusion within the Administration on Aging to promote access to services and support for LGBTQI elderly....

    Simple Explanation

    The "Elder Pride Act" is like a plan to help older LGBTQI people feel safer and better supported when they're older. It wants to make a special office and give money to help people in the countryside get the care and help they need.

  • H. R. 8423 — To amend the Older Americans Act of 1965 to establish a LGBTQI rural outreach grant program, and for other purposes.
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    Status:Introduced in House
    Words:1,458

    H.R. 8423, known as the "Elder Pride Act of 2024," proposes amending the Older Americans Act of 1965 to create a grant program aimed at helping LGBTQI older adults living in rural areas. The bill allows eligible entities like states, tribes, and nonprofits to apply for grants...

    Simple Explanation

    The Elder Pride Act of 2024 wants to give money to groups that help older LGBTQI people living in the countryside so they feel less alone and can access good health care, making sure they are treated nicely and fairly.

  • H. R. 9228 — To prevent discrimination, including harassment, in employment.
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    Status:Introduced in House
    Words:35,787

    The "BE HEARD in the Workplace Act" (H. R. 9228) aims to prevent discrimination and harassment in employment by requiring employers with 15 or more employees to adopt and enforce comprehensive nondiscrimination policies. It mandates nondiscrimination training for employees and supervisors,...

    Simple Explanation

    The "BE HEARD in the Workplace Act" is a bill that tells employers they have to make sure workers are treated fairly and nicely, without any bullying or unfairness, and they have to teach everyone about these rules. It also says people like interns and part-time workers should also be protected, and some rules could make things cost more for businesses.