Standards for Credit on the MEI
Please see the 2025 Municipal Equality Index scorecard available here.The following outlines our standards for credit in each section of the 2025 Municipal Equality Index (MEI) scorecard. In total, the…
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Laws & Legislation
We’ve seen major victories for LGBTQ+ rights and equality at all levels, but we’re not done yet.
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State Equality Index 2024
The SEI rates all 50 states plus Washington, D.C. in six areas of law and assigns the states to one of four distinct categories.
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State Maps
See state maps that show the laws and policies that affect LGBTQ+ people in areas of non-discrimination, healthcare, youth, and more.
State Scorecards
The State Equality Index is an annual comprehensive state-by-state report that provides a review of statewide laws and policies that affect LGBTQ+ people and their families. The scorecards below are…
The Equality Act
The Equality Act would provide consistent and explicit anti-discrimination protections for LGBTQ+ people across key areas of life, including employment, housing, credit, education, public spaces and services, federally funded programs,…
The Family and Medical Insurance Leave (Family) Act
The FAMILY Act would help bridge the financial gap facing many working families following the birth or adoption of a child as well as personal or family illness requiring leave…
Therapeutic Fraud Prevention Act
The Therapeutic Fraud Prevention Act amends the Federal Trade Commission Act to clarify that providing conversion therapy to any person in exchange for monetary compensation or advertising such services is…
Timeline of the Matthew Shepard and James Byrd, Jr. Hate Crimes Prevention Act
This page outlines the timeline of the passage of the landmark Matthew Shepard and James Byrd, Jr. Hate Crimes Prevention Act leading up to being signed into law by President…
Tips for Preparedness, Peaceful Protesting, and Safety
Safety and preparedness are essential in uncertain times. Whether you're preparing for an emergency or participating in a peaceful protest, these guidelines will help ensure your safety and well-being.
Transgender Health Care Access Act
The Transgender Health Care Access Act seeks to expand access to evidence-based, lifesaving health care for transgender people through workforce development, medical education reform, and expanded community care capacity.
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