H.Res. 100 · 112th Congress
Honoring the life of David Kato and all who are victims of violence in Uganda because of their sexual orientation or gender identity.
- Stage
- In committee
- Sponsor
- Luis Gutiérrez
- Introduced
- 2011-02-17
- Latest action
- 2011-03-08 · Referred to the Subcommittee on Africa, Global Health, and Human Rights.
Summary
Honors the life of David Kato and victims of violence in Uganda because of their sexual orientation or gender identity. Urges the Ugandan government to thoroughly investigate Mr. Kato's death and to share its findings with the international community.
Calls on the global community to continue advocating for the human rights of all individuals and condemns the atmosphere of anti-gay sentiment that supports and endorses violence against the lesbian, gay, bisexual, and transgender (LGBT) community.