Recognizing the second commemoration of the anti-LGBTQ+ attack that occurred on November 19-20, 2022, at Club Q, an LGBTQ+ bar in Colorado Springs, Colorado.

Legislation Details

Recognizes the second commemoration of the anti-LGBTQ+ attack at Club Q in Colorado Springs, which occurred on November 19-20, 2022.
Acknowledges the mass shooting that resulted in 5 fatalities and numerous injuries, both physical and emotional.
Lists the names of the five victims who lost their lives in the attack.
Notes the community’s response, including support for medical and funeral expenses for those affected.
Highlights Club Q as a safe space for the LGBTQ+ community prior to the attack.
Mentions the trauma and loss of safety felt by the LGBTQ+ community following the incident.
Points out the perpetrator’s history of violence and targeted nature of the attack against LGBTQ+ individuals.
Cites statistics on firearm-related deaths and the prevalence of violence against transgender individuals.
References the number of reported anti-LGBTQ+ hate crimes in 2022.
Condemns violence against LGBTQ+ individuals as a destructive form of identity-based hate.
Commends the bravery of individuals who intervened during the attack and the response of local law enforcement.
Notes plans for Club Q to reopen at a new location and efforts to establish a public memorial.
Mentions collaboration among local organizations to provide long-term support for those impacted by the attack.
Expresses solidarity and support for survivors, the LGBTQ+ community, and the families affected by the tragedy.