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Virginia State Registry of Medical Directives
On March 4, 2008, Virginia Gov. Tim Kaine (D) signed legislation setting up a state registry for living wills and advanced medical directives.
Committee Approves Senate Bill with Provision to Repeal Discriminatory HIV Travel and Immigration Ban
Senate Committee on Foreign Relations Approves Bill
Advocacy Groups Work to Facilitate Meeting with Gov. Huckabee and Ryan White’s Mother
Human Rights Campaign and The AIDS Institute send follow-up letter to Gov. Huckabee to arrange meeting with Jeanne White-Ginder
Letter Urges Gov. Huckabee to Repudiate AIDS Remarks, Meet with Ryan White’s Mother
Human Rights Campaign and The AIDS Institute sign letter to Gov. Huckabee asking for meeting with Jeanne White-Ginder
Human Rights Campaign Foundation and Gay and Lesbian Medical Association Release Healthcare Equality Index
An annual survey addressing five areas of greatest concern to gay, lesbian, bisexual and transgender patients: patient non-discrimination, visitation, medical decision-making, cultural competency training for staff, and employment policies.
Federal Legislation To Provide Fair Tax Treatment For Same-Sex Couples Introduced
Domestic Partner Tax Equity for Health Plan Beneficiaries Act Introduced in House; Senate Introduction Expected Soon