Texas Passes “Save Chick-fil-A” Bill Despite Opposition by LGBTQ Advocates
June 6, 2019
Texas has passed the "Save Chick-fil-A" bill, as a response to San Antonio barring the chain from its airport due to its history of anti-LGBT animus.
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House of Representatives Passes Equality Act
June 12, 2019
The US House of Representatives passed the Equality Act, which is designed to protect LGBTQ+ individuals from discrimination in many areas.
Ohio School Requested to Remove Ten Commandments Display
May 14, 2019
The Freedom From Religion Foundation in April 2019 requested that a public school in New Philadelphia, Ohio remove a plaque displaying the Ten Commandments.
Tennessee Becomes First Southern State With Transgender Protection Law
May 10, 2019
Tennessee recently became the first state in the South with transgender protection with regards to hate crime laws.
Education Department Lifts Prohibition on Religious Organizations
May 3, 2019
The Education Department's new policy will substantially change the level of interaction that religious organizations have with educational institutions.
Tips on Asking a Friend To Officiate Your Wedding
April 30, 2019
Asking a friend to officiate your wedding will be an incredible honor for them.
Iowa Decides Landmark Transgender Rights Case
April 24, 2019
An Iowa City jury ruled in favor of a transgender employee who had faced illegal discrimination based on his sexual orientation and gender identity.
North Dakota Senate Votes Against Anti-LGBTQ Discrimination Bill
February 15, 2019
The North Dakota senate vetoed a bill created to decrease discrimination against LGBTQ individuals occurs in employment and housing settings.
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Supreme Court Declines to Hear Football Prayer Case
February 13, 2019
The Supreme Court recently declined to hear an appeal by a football coach who was let go by his school district because he prayed on the field at games.
The Supreme Court Allows Transgender Military Ban
February 8, 2019
At the end of January 2019, the Supreme Court of the United States allowed President Trump’s transgender military ban to go into effect.