Congressional Equality Caucus Announces Rep. Bonamici as LGBTQI+ Aging Issues Task Force Chair

WASHINGTON, DC – Today, the Congressional Equality Caucus announced Equality Caucus Vice Chair Suzanne Bonamici (OR-01) as Chair of its LGBTQI+ Aging Issues Task Force for the 118th Congress. First established in the 114th Congress, the LGBTQI+ Aging Issues Task Force works to push for legislative and administrative action to protect the dignity and security of older LGBTQI+ people.

"I am honored to welcome Congresswoman Bonamici back as Chair of our LGBTQI+ Aging Issues Task Force. She has been a steadfast advocate for older LGBTQI+ Americans and a strong ally for the community at large," Equality Caucus Chair Mark Pocan (WI-02) said. "LGBTQI+ Americans face unique challenges as they get older, with their needs often unmet and resources often not equitably available to them. I look forward to working with Congresswoman Bonamici to ensure older LGBTQI+ Americans have the support and resources they need."

"I am grateful to be returning as Chair of the LGBTQI+ Aging Issues Task Force, and I thank the Equality Caucus for selecting me to serve in this leadership position," LGBTQI+ Aging Issues Task Force Chair Suzanne Bonamici (OR-01) said. "LGBTQI+ seniors have higher rates of social isolation and poverty than their peers, and many feel pressure to hide who they are or who they love out of fear of discrimination. I have long worked to advance policies that help LGBTQI+ seniors age with dignity, and I will continue to work with my Equality Caucus colleagues to advocate for the priorities of older LGBTQI+ Americans."

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Founded in 2008, the mission of the Congressional Equality Caucus is to promote equality for all, regardless of sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or sex characteristics. The Caucus is strongly committed to achieving the full enjoyment of human rights for LGBTQI+ people in the U.S. and around the world.