Where Have Adoptions by Gay and Lesbian Parents Been Permitted Under Law?
Twenty-two states and the District of Columbia have granted adoptions to gay and lesbian individuals as well as same-sex couples. It should be noted, however, that in some of these states they have been granted in certain counties only. They are:
Alaska, California, Colorado, Connecticut, Delaware, District of Columbia, Illinois, Maryland, Massachusetts, Michigan, Minnesota, New Hampshire, New Jersey, New Mexico, New York, Ohio, Oregon, Pennsylvania, Rhode Island, Tennessee, Vermont, Washington and Wisconsin.
(Note: In a number of other states, there are no court records but there is anecdotal evidence that adoptions have been granted to gay and lesbian parents.)
Browse our state law listings for adoption laws affecting gay and lesbian parents.