State Laws
Whether you’re lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender or straight-supportive, your state’s laws probably have a major impact on your life. State laws govern everything from the legal status of relationships between same-sex partners to the ability of transgender people to list their correct gender identity on their birth certificates. The Human Rights Campaign works with state leaders to advance the rights of LGBT people across the nation, from Alabama to Wyoming.
Here you can learn about the current laws affecting LGBT issues in your state, as well as state legislation — upcoming bills that could change the way you live. You can also learn more about what’s going on in your state and find out about local news, elections and volunteer opportunities.
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Oregon Donor Insemination Law
Oregon law appears to permit unmarried women to undergo donor insemination.
Oregon Hate Crimes Law
State law covers hate crimes based on gender identity and sexual orientation.
Oregon Healthcare Laws
State healthcare laws relating to the LGBT community in the areas of medical decision making and hospital visitation.
Oregon Marriage/Relationship Recognition Law
Oregon law and the state constitution both purport to ban recognition of marriages between same-sex couples. The Oregon domestic partner law allows same-sex couples the opportunity to formalize relationships.
Oregon Non-Discrimination Law
Oregon law protects against discrimination based on sexual orientation and gender identity.
Oregon School Laws
Oregon law address school issues relating to sexual orientation and gender identity.
Oregon Sodomy Law
Oregon's sodomy law was repealed in 1972.
Oregon Surrogacy Law
Oregon surrogacy law appears to allow only uncompensated surrogacy arrangements. The issue of surrogacy agreements involving lesbian, gay, bisexual or transgender (LGBT) individuals has not yet been considered by the courts.
Pennsylvania Adoption Law
Pennsylvania Birth Certificate Law: Gender Identity Issues
Pennsylvania permits post-operative transsexuals to amend their sex on their birth certificates.
