SJR15,,112023 SENATE JOINT RESOLUTION 15 March 8, 2023 - Introduced by Senators Carpenter, Spreitzer, Agard, Hesselbein, L. Johnson, Larson, Roys, Smith and Taylor, cosponsored by Representatives Neubauer, Cabrera, Snodgrass, Clancy, Ratcliff, C. Anderson, J. Anderson, Andraca, Baldeh, Conley, Considine, Emerson, Goyke, Hong, Jacobson, Joers, Madison, Moore Omokunde, Ohnstad, Ortiz-Velez, Palmeri, Shankland, Shelton, Sinicki, Vining, Subeck, Drake and Stubbs. Referred to Committee on Senate Organization.
SJR15,,22Relating to: proclaiming March 31, 2023, as Wisconsin’s Transgender Day of Visibility. SJR15,,33Whereas, International Transgender Day of Visibility, which occurs annually on March 31, is a day set aside to acknowledge, celebrate, and elevate transgender and nonbinary people across the world and here in Wisconsin; and SJR15,,44Whereas, transgender and nonbinary individuals have achieved many great successes in fighting discrimination and continue in their efforts towards equality and fairness by combating indignity with dignity; and SJR15,,55Whereas, the stories of our transgender and nonbinary neighbors show us that perseverance can lead to systemic change and better conditions for all; and SJR15,,66Whereas, transgender and nonbinary Wisconsinites work hard to help other transgender and nonbinary people acquire access to health care, to improve others’ mental and physical well-being, to raise awareness of issues affecting gender-nonconforming people of color, and to prevent the spread of HIV and AIDS; and SJR15,,77Whereas, transgender and nonbinary Wisconsinites in the armed forces serve our country with bravery and work to improve civil rights and health care for other transgender and nonbinary military service members; and SJR15,,88Whereas, transgender and nonbinary elected officials and candidates for office provide examples of courage and confidence in pursuing their values through political engagement and encouraging others to do so as well; and SJR15,,99Whereas, transgender and nonbinary performers bring authenticity to the stage and screen and demonstrate the importance of representation by sharing their lived experiences; and SJR15,,1010Whereas, transgender and nonbinary Wisconsinites advocate for others by creating resources, trainings, and outreach materials to improve the visibility and inclusion of the transgender and nonbinary community, as well as helping others access and navigate gender-affirming services; and SJR15,,1111Whereas, Diverse and Resilient, FORGE, SHEBA, the Wisconsin Transgender Health Coalition, GSAFE, the Human Rights Campaign, Fair Wisconsin, and other organizations across our state have dedicated their efforts to supporting the transgender and nonbinary community, showing the strength of collective action and building a more inclusive Wisconsin; and SJR15,,1212Whereas, everyone has a role to play in making our communities places where transgender and nonbinary people are welcomed and supported and have the opportunity to thrive; and SJR15,,1313Whereas, our transgender and nonbinary neighbors in Wisconsin have shown great strength in the face of adversity and empower others to explore and embrace their full selves by living their truth; now, therefore, be it SJR15,,1414Resolved by the senate, the assembly concurring, That the Wisconsin Legislature does hereby recognize and proclaim March 31, 2023, to be Wisconsin’s Transgender Day of Visibility.
