As Mean-Spirited S.B. 2 Clears Senate Hurdle, All Eyes Are On the House
After Governor McCrory’s veto, a handful of members—including the Speaker—must decide whether to set North Carolina back
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Illinois Bill Protecting LGBT Youth from Conversion Therapy Moves to Governor
Chicago, IL — Today, the Illinois State Senate voted 34 -19 to pass House Bill 217, the Illinois Youth Mental Health Protection Act that will protect lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender,…
North Carolina Gov McCrory Vetoes Needless, Mean-Spirited Bill
WASHINGTON – Today, Republican North Carolina Governor Pat McCrory vetoed SB 2 - an unnecessary bill that would have sent the wrong message about the state by allowing “magistrates, assistant…
In Win For Equality, Largest County in Arkansas Passes Employment Protections for County Workers
Pulaski County’s historic move makes county sixth Arkansas municipality to pass pro-LGBT legislation this year
HRC Urges Boy Scouts to Take Full Step to LGBT Equality
Boy Scouts’ move to allow gay adults to participate in organization marks a moment, but falls short of goal of full inclusion
5 Actions the Obama Administration Can Take Immediately to Improve the Lives of LGBT Service Members
Following a bipartisan letter from U.S. Senators to the Secretary of Defense calling for non-discrimination protections, HRC highlights additional steps the administration should take to advance fairness and equality for…
Sen. Ted Cruz’s Strange Obsession
WASHINGTON — Sen. Ted Cruz – a consistent opponent of marriage equality at every turn – is now apparently lashing out at having to answer questions about why he has…
Today: Another Desperate Cry for Attention From Governor Bobby Jindal
WASHINGTON — Today, Louisiana Gov. Bobby Jindal’s efforts to pass one of his top priorities, anti-LGBT HB 707, were dealt a major setback. By a bipartisan vote of 10-2 to…
LGBT Youth In Foster Care Face Bias, Discrimination; HRC Calls for Action
New Issue Brief, Released During National Foster Care Month, Details Realities That Conspire to Put LGBTQ Youth In Danger of Abuse, Violence and Homelessness
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