LGBTQ Asylum Seekers and Refugees Must Be Welcome Here
Many LGBTQ asylum seekers are among those seeking safety and shelter in the U.S., which must continue to be a beacon of hope for many around the world.
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Federal Advocacy
The Latest Updates
HHS Decision Allows Discrimination Against Jewish, LGBTQ and Other Families in South Carolina
Opens door to federally-funded discrimination justified by religious belief against any number of prospective parents, including single parents, LGBTQ individuals or same-sex couples, parents who may previously have been divorced,…
The Trump-Pence Administration’s Latest Proposal Threatens People Living with HIV
The Trump-Pence administration announced a proposed rule that could have a devastating impact on people living with HIV.
Senate Must Demand Answers on William Barr’s Troubling Record
HRC called for the U.S. Senate to demand answers regarding the troubling record of the Trump-Pence White House’s nominee for Attorney General, William Barr.
Congress Should Pass Universal Background Checks
After a gunman killed 49 people at Orlando’s Pulse Nightclub, HRC adopted a resolution that addresses common-sense gun violence prevention policies that would help keep the LGBTQ community safe.
The Precarious Position of Transgender Immigrants and Asylum Seekers
An international spotlight has been placed on the mistreatment of transgender people in the U.S. immigration detention system.
Historic: House Rules Package Includes Gender Identity & Sexual Orientation Protections
Gender identity and sexual orientation non-discrimination protections will be included in U.S. House rules for first time ever.
New Report Documents Horrific Anti-LGBTQ Crimes Against Humanity in Chechnya
OSCE report calls for Russian and international action against perpetrators of human rights violations
HRC Sends Expanded FOIA Request to ICE & CBP for Records of Treatment of Trans Detainees
HRC sent expanded Freedom of Information Act (FOIA) requests to the U.S. Immigration Customs and Enforcement (ICE) and U.S. Customs and Border Patrol (CBP) for the release of any and…
HRC Calls on U.S. Senate to Reject Extremist Judicial Nominee Thomas Farr
Thomas Farr has a long history of representing North Carolina in legal battles with voting rights groups who accuse the state of discriminating against African-American voters.
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