NEW SURVEY RESULTS: Tennesseans Agree that Anti-LGBTQ Legislation is a Waste of Time
Majorities support LGBTQ protections, oppose anti-LGBTQ agendas in the legislature
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Ohio’s LGBTQ Laws Rated in HRC’s Annual State Equality Index
Falling into the lowest category, Ohio is one of 30 states where LGBTQ Americans, their friends and families remain at risk of discrimination.
Michigan’s LGBTQ Laws Rated in HRC’s Annual State Equality Index
Michigan falls into the lowest category, “High Priority to Achieve Basic Equality.” as an estimated 8 million LGBTQ Americans, their friends and families remain at risk of discrimination if they…
Nevada Rates High for Pro-LGBTQ Laws in HRC’s Annual State Equality Index
Nevada falls into the category, of “Working Toward Innovative Equality.” and passed a sweeping set of pro-LGBTQ bills in the 2019 legislative session.
HISTORY: Virginia Values Act Passes, Extending Critical Protections to LGBTQ Virginians
Virginia becomes the first state in decades -- and first Southern state -- to pass comprehensive non-discrimination protections from scratch, after years of legislative stalemates
Business Leaders Call for Nondiscrimination Protections for LGBTQ Virginians
Protections vital for attracting workers and economic competitiveness
SHAMEFUL: Tennessee Gov. Bill Lee Signs Harmful Anti-LGBTQ Child Welfare Bill
Research consistently shows that LGBTQ youth are overrepresented in the foster care system, as many have been rejected by their families of origin because of their LGBTQ status, and are…
HRC Lauds Adoption of Utah Regulations Protecting Youth from So-Called 'Conversion Therapy'
Utah becomes the 19th state to adopt a law or regulation against conversion therapy.
HRC Expands Impact With Critical New Hires
Appointments will significantly deepen the organization’s work in trans justice, religion and faith, impact litigation and strategic communications.
Virginia Values Act Legislation Unveiled to Protect LGBTQ Virginians from Discrimination
Legislation also includes comprehensive protections for Virginians in public accommodations and private employment
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