Congressional Equality Caucus on Department of Education Investigation Following Nex Benedict’s Death

­­WASHINGTON, DC – Today, the Congressional Equality Caucus released the following statement in response to the Department of Education’s letter to the Human Rights Campaign announcing it is opening an investigation into the Owasso Public Schools, where Nex Benedict attended school:  

“I am grateful to the Department of Education for opening up an investigation into Owasso Public Schools,” said Congressman Mark Pocan (WI-02), Chair of the Congressional Equality Caucus. “Nex Benedict deserved to go to school without fear of bullying and should be alive today. No investigation will ever be able to make up for the loss of Nex’s life, but this investigation is an important step toward ensuring that all students in Owasso Public Schools can learn free from discrimination or harassment. As this investigation continues, we can all honor Nex’s life by fighting against the wave of anti-trans bills and rhetoric sweeping the country.”

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