# 119-hres-569: Affirming that diversity, equity, inclusion, and accessibility are fundamental values of the United States and emphasizing the ongoing need to address discrimination and inequality in the workplace, elementary, secondary, and higher education systems, government programs, the military, and our society.

119-hres-569, Affirming that diversity, equity, inclusion, and accessibility are fundamental values of the United States and emphasizing the ongoing need to address discrimination and inequality in the workplace, elementary, secondary, and higher education systems, government programs, the military, and our society., is a 119th Congress bill sponsored by Rep. Espaillat, Adriano [D-NY-13] (D-NY); status introduced (as of 2025-12-21).

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## Facts
- Bill: 119-hres-569
- Congress: 119
- Title: Affirming that diversity, equity, inclusion, and accessibility are fundamental values of the United States and emphasizing the ongoing need to address discrimination and inequality in the workplace, elementary, secondary, and higher education systems, government programs, the military, and our society.
- Status: introduced
- Introduced: 2025-07-10
- Sponsor: Rep. Espaillat, Adriano [D-NY-13] (D-NY)
- Cosponsors: 25
- Policy area: Civil Rights and Liberties, Minority Issues
- Touches household money: no
- Last recorded action: 2025-12-21

## Summary

**DEIA and accessibility** are essential foundations for opportunity and equality. This resolution would affirm that idea and encourage federal, state, and local policymakers, schools, workplaces, and organizations to adopt and expand inclusive practices and remove barriers. - Families and communities: Encourages policies that address disparities in housing, education, and health care so families have fairer access to opportunity and services. - Workers: Urges workplaces to adopt inclusive hiring and advancement practices and to address employment and wage disparities. - Students and educational institutions: Pushes schools and colleges to expand accessibility and support so students can better reach their academic potential. - Small businesses and contractors: Calls for broader access to capital and government contracting to improve equitable business opportunities. - People with disabilities: Emphasizes accessibility and barrier removal so individuals with disabilities can fully participate in education, work, and civic life.

## Cosponsors (25)

- Rep. Meng, Grace [D-NY-6] (D-NY), 2025-07-10T00:00:00.000Z
- Rep. Clarke, Yvette D. [D-NY-9] (D-NY), 2025-07-10T00:00:00.000Z
- Rep. Takano, Mark [D-CA-39] (D-CA), 2025-07-10T00:00:00.000Z
- Rep. Leger Fernandez, Teresa [D-NM-3] (D-NM), 2025-07-10T00:00:00.000Z
- Rep. Jackson, Jonathan L. [D-IL-1] (D-IL), 2025-07-10T00:00:00.000Z
- Rep. Williams, Nikema [D-GA-5] (D-GA), 2025-08-01T00:00:00.000Z
- Rep. Simon, Lateefah [D-CA-12] (D-CA), 2025-08-01T00:00:00.000Z
- Rep. Velázquez, Nydia M. [D-NY-7] (D-NY), 2025-08-01T00:00:00.000Z
- Rep. Fields, Cleo [D-LA-6] (D-LA), 2025-08-01T00:00:00.000Z
- Rep. Pressley, Ayanna [D-MA-7] (D-MA), 2025-08-01T00:00:00.000Z
- Rep. Watson Coleman, Bonnie [D-NJ-12] (D-NJ), 2025-08-01T00:00:00.000Z
- Rep. Ansari, Yassamin [D-AZ-3] (D-AZ), 2025-08-01T00:00:00.000Z
- Rep. Davis, Danny K. [D-IL-7] (D-IL), 2025-08-01T00:00:00.000Z
- Rep. Dean, Madeleine [D-PA-4] (D-PA), 2025-08-01T00:00:00.000Z
- Rep. Kelly, Robin L. [D-IL-2] (D-IL), 2025-08-01T00:00:00.000Z
- Rep. McGovern, James P. [D-MA-2] (D-MA), 2025-08-01T00:00:00.000Z
- Rep. Tlaib, Rashida [D-MI-12] (D-MI), 2025-08-01T00:00:00.000Z
- Rep. Thanedar, Shri [D-MI-13] (D-MI), 2025-08-01T00:00:00.000Z
- Rep. Ramirez, Delia C. [D-IL-3] (D-IL), 2025-08-01T00:00:00.000Z
- Rep. Swalwell, Eric [D-CA-14] (D-CA), 2025-08-01T00:00:00.000Z
- Rep. Chu, Judy [D-CA-28] (D-CA), 2025-08-01T00:00:00.000Z
- Rep. Underwood, Lauren [D-IL-14] (D-IL), 2025-08-01T00:00:00.000Z
- Del. Norton, Eleanor Holmes [D-DC-At Large] (D-DC), 2025-08-01T00:00:00.000Z
- Rep. Johnson, Henry C. "Hank" [D-GA-4] (D-GA), 2025-08-01T00:00:00.000Z
- Rep. Titus, Dina [D-NV-1] (D-NV), 2025-08-01T00:00:00.000Z

## Related bills

- 119-hr-9877: Health Equity and Accountability Act of 2026
- 119-hr-7973: Momnibus Act
- 119-hr-51: Washington, D.C. Admission Act
- 119-hr-5390: FAMILY Act
- 119-hr-15: Equality Act
- 119-hr-1589: American Dream and Promise Act of 2025

## Sources
- [119-hres-569 on Congress.gov](https://www.congress.gov/bill/119th-congress/house-resolution/569)

## Related
- [119-hr-9877: Health Equity and Accountability Act of 2026](https://policyrisk.com/legislation/119-hr-9877)
- [119-hr-7973: Momnibus Act](https://policyrisk.com/legislation/119-hr-7973)
- [119-hr-51: Washington, D.C. Admission Act](https://policyrisk.com/legislation/119-hr-51)
- [119-hr-5390: FAMILY Act](https://policyrisk.com/legislation/119-hr-5390)
- [119-hr-15: Equality Act](https://policyrisk.com/legislation/119-hr-15)
- [119-hr-1589: American Dream and Promise Act of 2025](https://policyrisk.com/legislation/119-hr-1589)
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Source: PRIA, https://policyrisk.com/legislation/119-hres-569 (as of 2025-12-21).