Bills · HR 4151
IN COMMITTEE· 119TH CONGRESS
House BillHR 4151Social Welfare
Ruthie and Connie LGBTQI Elder Americans Act of 2025
INTRO JUN 26· LAST ACTION JUN 26
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WHAT THE BILL DOES
AI-writtenThis bill matters because it addresses a gap in federal support for a specific group of older Americans who often face unique challenges. Currently, many LGBTQI older adults report feeling isolated, experiencing discrimination, or having difficulty accessing culturally competent services. If this bill becomes law, it would formally acknowledge their needs within federal policy, potentially leading to more inclusive services, better support systems, and a more welcoming environment in aging programs across the country.
Without this bill, LGBTQI older adults might continue to be underserved, overlooked in data collection, and face barriers to accessing care that understands their life experiences. The bill's provisions for data collection, a dedicated federal office, and a resource center aim to ensure that this population is intentionally included in planning and delivering services, helping to reduce disparities and improve their quality of life as they age.
KEY PROVISIONS
4AI-extractedPROVISION 01
Amends the Older Americans Act to define "LGBTQI" and "HIV" status and includes them as factors for "greatest social need" and in the definition of "minority."
This formally recognizes LGBTQI older individuals and those with HIV as populations with specific needs under federal law, making them eligible for targeted support.
PROVISION 02
Establishes an Office of LGBTQI Inclusion within the Administration for Community Living, led by a Director and Assistant Director.
This creates a dedicated federal entity responsible for coordinating efforts, promoting access, collecting data, and administering grants to serve LGBTQI older individuals.
PROVISION 03
Requires the Assistant Secretary to collect data on the needs of LGBTQI older individuals and to separately identify them in service statistics.
Better data helps identify where services are needed most and how effective programs are, leading to more informed policy and resource allocation.
PROVISION 04
Establishes a National Resource Center on Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Transgender, Queer, and Intersex Aging.
This center will provide vital information and training to organizations and individuals, helping to ensure culturally competent care for LGBTQI older adults.
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ACTION TIMELINE
2 EVENTSJUN 26
Introduced in House
JUN 26
Referred to the House Committee on Education and Workforce.
BILL INFO
TypeHouse Bill
NumberHR 4151
Congress119th
StatusIn Committee
IntroducedJun 26, 2025
Last actionJun 26, 2025
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IN COMMITTEE· 119TH CONGRESS · EDUCATION AND WORKFORCE COMMITTEE · INTRODUCED JUN 26, 2025
House BillHR 4151Social Welfare
Ruthie and Connie LGBTQI Elder Americans Act of 2025
INTRODUCED JUN 26, 2025· LAST ACTION JUN 26, 2025
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READING
8 min
COSPONSORS
31
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