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This house resolution recognizes and honors the extensive history of Black drag in Oregon, tracing the community's evolution from 1958 to 2024. The resolution highlights numerous significant milestones in the Black drag community, including the first Black Rose Queen in 1969, the formation of key organizations like the Portland Forum and Imperial Sovereign Rose Court (ISRC), and the establishment of various all-Black drag production companies and events. It chronicles the achievements of many prominent Black drag performers, such as Poison Waters, Isaiah Esquire, and Flawless Shade, who have won multiple titles, performed internationally, and contributed to LGBTQ visibility and activism. The resolution emphasizes the community's resilience, creativity, and importance in Oregon's cultural landscape, noting that Portland's Black drag scene is considered one of the most vibrant in the United States. By documenting these historical achievements and recognizing the contributions of Black drag performers, the resolution celebrates their artistic excellence, community leadership, and ongoing impact on Oregon's LGBTQ culture.

https://olis.oregonlegislature.gov/liz/2025R1/Measures/Overview/HR3