Bill Detail
H.R. 3420
Congress: 119
Title
Words Matter Act of 2025
Summary
Words Matter Act of 2025 This bill removes outdated terminology in specified statutes by replacing references to mentally retarded and mental retardation with intellectual disability.
Sponsor
Rep. Pete Sessions [R-TX-17]
Status
Ordered to be Reported (Amended) by Voice Vote.
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Introduced
2025-05-15
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Bill Engagement
Words Matter Act of 2025 This bill removes outdated terminology in specified statutes by replacing references to mentally retarded and mental retardation with intellectual disab…
Sponsor
Rep. Pete Sessions [R-TX-17]R
Status
Ordered to be Reported (Amended) by Voice Vote.
Cosponsors
5D · 10R
Bipartisan
LDA engagement
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Introduced
2025-05-15