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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New York School Laws
New York law does not address school issues relating to sexual orientation or gender identity.
New York Sodomy Law
The New York sodomy law was struck down in 1980.
New York Surrogacy Law
All surrogacy agreements, regardless of the sexual orientation of the individuals involved, are void and unenforceable under New York law.
North Carolina Adoption Law
North Carolina Birth Certificate Law: Gender Identity Issues
North Carolina will issue new birth certificates to post-operative transsexuals.
North Carolina Custody and Visitation Law
North Carolina courts have used a parent’s sexual orientation to deny, restrict or modify custody and visitation. There are no published cases dealing with transgender parents or same-sex co-parents.
North Carolina Donor Insemination Law
There is no provision in North Carolina law on donor insemination performed on an unmarried woman.
North Carolina Hate Crimes Law
State law does not address hate crimes based on gender identity or sexual orientation.
North Carolina Healthcare Laws
State healthcare laws relating to the LGBT community in the areas of medical decision making and hospital visitation.
North Carolina Marriage/Relationship Recognition Law
North Carolina law purports to ban recognition of marriages between same-sex couples. There are no other forms of relationship recognition for same-sex couples in state law or policies.
