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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Georgia Surrogacy Law
It is unclear how Georgia law would treat a surrogacy agreement that includes lesbian, gay, bisexual or transgender (LGBT) individuals because there are no statutory provisions or published cases dealing with the issue of surrogacy.
Hawaii Adoption Law
Hawaii Birth Certificate Law: Gender Identity Issues
Hawaii will issue new birth certificates to post-operative transsexuals.
Hawaii Custody and Visitation Law
There have been no cases dealing with gay, lesbian, bisexual or transgender parents or same-sex co-parents.
Hawaii Donor Insemination Law
There is no provision in Hawaii law or case law on the subject of donor insemination.
Hawaii Hate Crimes Law
State law covers hate crimes based on gender identity and sexual orientation
Hawaii Healthcare Laws
State healthcare laws relating to the LGBT community in the areas of medical decision making and hospital visitation.
Hawaii Marriage/Relationship Recognition Law
Hawaii law purports to ban recognition of marriages between same-sex couples. The state offers reciprocal beneficiary status to same-sex couples.
Hawaii Non-Discrimination Law
Hawaii law protects against discrimination based on sexual orientation and gender identity in public accommodations and housing.
Hawaii School Laws
Hawaii regulations address school issues relating to sexual orientation or gender identity.
