Housing discrimination against lesbian, gay, bisexual and transgender people takes a variety of forms. For example, couples have been discriminated against when shopping for a home. Others have been told they cannot put both partners’ names on a homeowner’s insurance policy, which is important to do if both partners share ownership of the home.
Unlike the Worldwide Anglican Communion, of which it is a part, the Episcopal Church does not condemn homosexuality. Instead, the denomination welcomes gays and lesbians as members, and some Episcopal dioceses permit the blessing of same-sex unions.
No state has a law that specifically bars transgender people from adopting. But that is far from a guarantee that adoption agencies and judges will be welcoming of transgender applicants.
Transgender people face unique legal issues with regard to marriage. Although marriage is not yet a legal option for gay or lesbian people in any state, it is already an option -- and a reality -- for many who are transgender. This article summarizes the legal issues surrounding marriage for transgender people and suggests some ways that transgender people can protect their marital relationships.