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Rep. Takano introducing the Equality Act in the 119th Congress.

Takano Equality Act Intro 119

Reps. Emily Randall, Becca Balint, and Mark Takano

Co-Chairs Emily Randall, Becca Balint and Chair Mark Takano

Co-Chair Julie Johnson and Chair Mark Takano

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Co-Chair Becca Balint delivering remarks at a press conference.

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Leader Jeffries - Equality Act Presser

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09/24/2026

Equality Caucus Welcomes Rep. Everton Blair as Co-Chair

Following Dr. Everton Blair’s historic win as the first openly-gay Black representative from the South, the Congressional Equality Caucus (CEC) is honored to announce that Rep. Everton Blair will join as a Co-Chair of the Congressional Equality Caucus. Today, CEC Chair Takano and Co-Chair Blair released the following statements:

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