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Important LGBTQ+ Legislation to Watch

May 6, 2022
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Steps LGBTQ+ Workers Can Take if they are Experiencing Discrimination in the Workplace

April 22, 2022
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Equality Federation Response to Signage of “Don’t Day Gay” Bill in Florida

March 28, 2022
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Weekly Update - LGBTQ+ Legislation Today

March 23, 2022
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Equality Federation Statement on the Nomination of Judge Ketanji Brown Jackson for the U.S. Supreme Court

March 21, 2022
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REPORT: Curriculum Censorship & Hostile School Climate Bills

A new report from Movement Advancement Project (MAP) examines the wave of state legislation that censors discussions of race and LGBTQ+ people in schools, creates a hostile climate for students, and undermines public education. The report was released in partnership with Equality Federation.

March 16, 2022

Press Releases

Historic! Senate Committee Votes in Favor of Employment Nondiscrimination Act

Just weeks after the Supreme Court struck down DOMA and restored marriage in California, the LGBT community is celebrating another historic victory.

July 10, 2013
Nation’s Leading LGBT Advocacy Organizations Call on House GOP to Introduce Comprehensive Immigration Reform Legislation

Later today, House Republicans will meet to discuss the future of immigration reform. They have a choice.

July 10, 2013
Stories from the States: Georgia Equality Celebrates Huge Successes at their 9th Annual Evening for Equality

Our members are always finding new and exciting ways to raise the dollars they need. From clever campaigns to effective events -- we consistently see state groups exceed their goals, deepen relationships with their supporters, and fund the fight for equality.

July 10, 2013
Thanks to the Sponsors of Equality!

The Equality Federation Institute is proud of the diverse group of sponsors supporting our Leadership Conference this year in Portland, Oregon. The annual Leadership Conference brings together LGBTQ leadership from around the nation for 4 days of planning, presenting our successes and challenges, and fellowship in order to guide and build the movement for the next year and beyond.

July 7, 2013
After DOMA: Guidance on How DOMA's End Will Impact LGBT People and Families

Last week's historic Supreme Court decision striking down DOMA changed our country and our movement. But after the celebrations, we were all immediately left with questions. What impact would DOMA's demise have on same-sex couples in states across the country?

July 3, 2013
Obama Administration Begins Speedy Implementation of Supreme Court Decision Ending DOMA

Within minutes of the Supreme Court's ruling to end the so-called Defense of Marriage Act (DOMA), President Obama committed his Administration to the swift implementation of the Justices' decision. In the days following the historic ruling, federal agencies have released statements, announced new guidance, and confirmed updated policies with regard to legally married same-sex couples.

July 3, 2013
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