HISTORIC: Virginia Values Act Goes Into Effect, Extending Critical Protections to LGBTQ Virginians
Virginia is the first Southern state to enact comprehensive non-discrimination protections for LGBTQ people
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From the State House to the White House: Taking Virginia’s strides in equality to November 2020
Today is a historic day in Virginia.
Human Rights Campaign Endorses 40 House, 5 Senate Pro-Equality Leaders
Post submitted by Lucas Acosta (he/him), former Deputy Director of Communications, PoliticsEndorsements come after the first anniversary of the U.S. House passing the Equality Act.
Virginia Values Act Signed Into Law—Extending Long-Delayed, Critical Protections to LGBTQ Virginians
With Governor Northam’s signature, Virginia becomes the first Southern state to enact comprehensive non-discrimination protections for LGBTQ people.
Virginia Values Act Is Making LGBTQ History in the South
Thanks to your work the Virginia Values Act is on its way to the governor’s desk to become law.
HISTORY: Virginia Values Act Passes, Extending Critical Protections to LGBTQ Virginians
Virginia becomes the first state in decades -- and first Southern state -- to pass comprehensive non-discrimination protections from scratch, after years of legislative stalemates
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National Black HIV & AIDS Awareness Day is observed each year on February 7 to increase HIV education, testing, community involvement and treatment among Black communities.
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Business Leaders Call for Nondiscrimination Protections for LGBTQ Virginians
Protections vital for attracting workers and economic competitiveness
Virginia Values Act Legislation Unveiled to Protect LGBTQ Virginians from Discrimination
Legislation also includes comprehensive protections for Virginians in public accommodations and private employment
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