Across the country, anti-LGBTQ+ legislators are taking their marching orders from extremist groups, and are determined to tell their LGBTQ+ constituents that they should not be seen nor heard, nor even exist. Although the 2024 legislative session promises to continue these devastating attacks, HRC is more committed and more energized than ever in our fight for LGBTQ+ equality.
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Sex-based discrimination protections include employees of federal contractors who identify as transgender
WASHINGTON – Following the news that President Obama will sign executive orders Monday outlawing anti-LGBT discrimination among federal contractors and federal employees, Human Rights Campaign (HRC) President Chad Griffin issued…
WASHINGTON - Yesterday the Department of Labor announced that it would be updating enforcement protocols and anti-discrimination guidance clarifying the reach of the federal non-discrimination laws enforced by the Department…
WASHINGTON – Tonight at the White House LGBT Pride Reception, President Obama announced he would be issuing an executive order to protect transgender federal employees from workplace discrimination. Once issued,…
Same-sex couples can now be buried together in national cemeteries; Couples in civil unions now eligible for many Social Security benefits; Further legislative action required to ensure LGBT married couples…
Blatantly misleading statement tries to paper over a history of discrimination
Push now for House of Representatives to Pass ENDA
ENDA & Executive Order Enjoy Super Majority Support
WASHINGTON – Today the Houston City Council passed the Equal Rights ordinance by a vote of 11-6. The ordinance, which was introduced by Mayor Annise Parker last month and amended…
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