Your Community - Washington
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Visit our local HRC community websites for Portland and Seattle, for updated information on local events, news and opportunities to get involved.
Breaking News
Expanded domestic partnerships statute signed into law in Washington state. Read more.
What's Happening in Washington
Washington Hate Crimes Law
State law covers hate crimes based on sexual orientation and gender identity or expression.
Washington SB 1247
Would expand the existing domestic partner registry to provide registered domestic partners with access to the rights and responsibilities provided to spouses under state law.
Washington SB 5952
Would amend existing hate crimes law to add gender identity as a protected category.
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