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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Virginia Donor Insemination Law
Virginia law is unclear on the issue of donor insemination for unmarried women.
Virginia Hate Crimes Law
State law does not address hate crimes based on gender identity or sexual orientation.
Virginia Healthcare Laws
State healthcare laws relating to the LGBT community in the areas of medical decision making and hospital visitation.
Virginia Marriage/Relationship Recognition Law
Virginia law and the state constitution both purport to ban marriage for same-sex couples. There are no other forms of relationship recognition for same-sex couples in state law or policies.
Virginia Non-Discrimination Law
Virginia law does not address discrimination based on gender identity or sexual orientation.
Virginia School Laws
Virginia law does not explicitly address school issues relating to sexual orientation or gender identity.
Virginia Sodomy Law
The Virginia sodomy law was struck down by the U.S. Supreme Court on June 26, 2003, as a result of the Court’s decision in Lawrence v. Texas.
Virginia Surrogacy Law
Virginia law explicitly approves of uncompensated surrogacy, but it appears to exclude same-sex couples from participation in these arrangements.
Washington Adoption Law
Washington Birth Certificate Law: Gender Identity Issues
Washington issues new birth certificates to post-operative transsexuals.
