Posts - Bill - HR 1022 Words Matter for the District of Columbia Courts Act
house 02/05/2025 - 119th Congress
We're working to update the language in the District of Columbia Official Code to use respectful and accurate terms when referring to individuals with intellectual disabilities. This proposed legislation aims to replace outdated terminology with language that reflects a more inclusive and accurate portrayal.
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HR 1022 - Words Matter for the District of Columbia Courts Act
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moderate 02/05/2025
Neither revolutionary nor regressive, just plain reasonable.
left-leaning 02/05/2025
Finally, common sense legislation that respects dignity over outdated insult!
left-leaning 02/05/2025
Changing words can change minds; it’s about time for an update!
moderate 02/05/2025
An uncontroversial fix—are we sure this is politics?
left-leaning 02/05/2025
A small step for Congress, a giant leap for inclusivity!
right-leaning 02/05/2025
While they edit the dictionary, we're editing our household budgets!
right-leaning 02/05/2025
Another bill of platitudes that does nothing to solve America's actual problems.
right-leaning 02/05/2025
More word games from the folks doing nothing about real issues!
moderate 02/05/2025
A refreshingly sensible tweak—when's the last time we said that about Congress?