New Hampshire Legislature Passes Civil Unions Bill; Governor Set To Sign Bill Into Law - 04-26-2007
Momentum for Equality Continues as New Hampshire Becomes Fourth State in the Nation to Recognize Civil Unions for Same-Sex Couples
Two More States Embrace Equality - 04-26-2007
Same-sex couples will soon be able to enter into civil unions in New Hampshire. Meanwhile, a sweeping gay, lesbian, bisexual and transgender civil rights bill in Iowa has passed the state Legislature.
Hate Crimes Bill Passes Out Of Judiciary Committee - 04-25-2007
Local Law Enforcement Hate Crimes Prevention Act Now Moves to Full House for Consideration
Iowa Legislature Passes Non-Discrimination Bill - 04-25-2007
HRC Hails Action to Provide Basic Fairness for Gay, Lesbian, Bisexual and Transgender Iowans
Fight Hate Crimes - 04-24-2007
The House vote on the hate crimes bill could happen as early as next Monday. The radical right is throwing tens of thousands of dollars into misinformation about the bill. Help raise $50,000 to counter their lies.
HRC Mourns Loss of Congresswoman - 04-24-2007
Rep. Juanita Millender-McDonald, D-Calif. was a true friend and compassionate ally in the movement for GLBT equality and the battle against HIV and AIDS. Our sympathies are with her family, friends and staff.
You Can Be Fired for Being GLBT - 04-24-2007
Kimya Afi Ayodele was fired from her job as a social worker simply because she was a lesbian. The Employment Non-Discrimination Act, introduced this week in Congress, would make it illegal to to fire, refuse to hire or refuse to promote an employee based on the person’s sexual orientation or gender identity. Read the press release on the bill's introduction.
Reps. Barney Frank, Deborah Pryce, Tammy Baldwin, Chris Shays Introduce Employment Non-Discrimination Act - 04-24-2007
Non-Discrimination Policies at Most Fortune 500 Companies Set Example for Nation; Business Coalition for Workplace Fairness Urges Passage
Coming Out as Transgender - 04-23-2007
Coming out and living openly can be particularly difficult for people whose gender identities don’t match those assigned at birth. A new guide from HRC and the National Center for Transgender Equality helps readers meet these challenges head-on.
Statement By HRC President Joe Solmonese On Death Of Congresswoman Juanita Millender-Mcdonald - 04-23-2007
Human Rights Campaign President Joe Solmonese made the following statement regarding the passing of Rep. Juanita Millender-McDonald, D-Calif.
