Honoring Paul Kawata for his unwavering commitment to communities of color, the LGBTQ+ community, and work to end the HIV epidemic.

House Resolution

H.Res. 679

119th Congress

Honoring Paul Kawata for his unwavering commitment to communities of color, the LGBTQ+ community, and work to end the HIV epidemic.

In Committee

Introduced:Sep 4, 2025

Primary Sponsor

Glenn Thompson

Representative

Republican

PA-15

Cosponsors

8

Quick Stats

Policy Area

Arts, Culture, Religion

Summary

This resolution honors Paul Kawata, a leader who has dedicated his life to supporting communities of color, the LGBTQ+ community, and the fight against HIV/AIDS. It aims to designate a 'Celebrate Community Week' to recognize Kawata's unwavering commitment to these important causes.

Latest Action

Referred to the House Committee on Oversight and Accountability.

AI Summary

Plain-English explanation of this bill

This resolution honors Paul Kawata, a leader who has dedicated his life to supporting communities of color, the LGBTQ+ community, and the fight against HIV/AIDS. It aims to designate a 'Celebrate Community Week' to recognize Kawata's unwavering commitment to these important causes.

Last updated: 12/30/2025

Official Summary

Congressional Research Service summary

<p>This resolution supports the designation of Celebrate Community Week. </p>

Key Points

Main provisions of the bill

The resolution honors Paul Kawata, a long-time advocate for communities of color, the LGBTQ+ community, and the fight against HIV/AIDS.
It proposes the designation of a 'Celebrate Community Week' to recognize Kawata's decades of work supporting these underserved groups.
The resolution has bipartisan support, with 8 cosponsors from both the Republican and Democratic parties.

How This Impacts Americans

Potential effects on citizens and communities

If passed, this resolution would shine a national spotlight on Paul Kawata's inspiring legacy and the communities he has tirelessly supported. It would encourage Americans across the country to celebrate diversity, inclusion, and the ongoing fight against HIV/AIDS. The designation of 'Celebrate Community Week' could also inspire greater civic engagement and community-building efforts nationwide.

Policy Areas

Primary Policy Area

Arts, Culture, Religion

Scope & Jurisdiction

Jurisdiction Level

federal

Congressional Session

119th Congress

Citation Reference

679, 119th Congress (2025). "Honoring Paul Kawata for his unwavering commitment to communities of color, the LGBTQ+ community, and work to end the HIV epidemic.". Source: Voter's Right Platform. https://votersright.org/bills/118-hres-679