State Laws and Legislation

Vermont Non-Discrimination Law

Gender identity protected? Yes
As of 2007, Vermont’s Human Rights law extends to gender identity.  21 V.S.A. § 495; 9 V.S.A. § 4503; 8 V.S.A. § 10403; 8 V.S.A. § 4724; 3 V.S.A. § 963.

Sexual orientation protected? Yes
Vermont's Human Rights Law, passed April 23, 1992, covers public employment, public accommodations, private employment, education, housing, credit, insurance and union practices. 21 V.S.A. § 495; 9 V.S.A. § 4503; 8 V.S.A. § 10403; 8 V.S.A. § 4724; 3 V.S.A. § 963.


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Updated: Mon, March 10, 2008 - 12:00:45