Clarksdale Passes Non-Discrimination Ordinance
November 2, 2018
While Mississippi is one of 30 states that do not have LGBTQ-inclusive non-discrimination laws, several changes have recently occurred on the local level.
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Educators Sue Over Religious Discrimination
November 7, 2018
Two teachers in Pennsylvania initiate legal action against their school, claiming they faced discrimination over required Christian retreats.
Court Allows Challenge to Michigan Anti-LGBTQ Adoption Laws
October 30, 2018
A federal judge in Michigan ruled that a lawsuit challenging the power of religious affiliated adoption agencies can proceed.
Indiana School Suspends Teacher Over Same-Sex Marriage
October 26, 2018
Recently in Indiana, a Catholic high school teacher was placed on administrative leave after it was determined that she joined in a same-sex marriage.
Debate Ensues after Prayer Circle Held at Michigan School
October 23, 2018
Michigan’s Lake City community is responding after the school removed a video depicting a “family prayer circle” from social media.
Directive on Religious Exemption Issued
October 19, 2018
A directive was recently issued that allows federal contractors to raise religious freedom as a defense when they are charged with job discrimination.
New Jersey Passes Transgender Protection Laws
October 16, 2018
New Jersey Department of Education sends guidelines to schools explaining how to follow 2017 protection laws for transgender students.
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How Judge Kavanaugh Could Influence LGBTQ Rights
October 12, 2018
With at least four cases concerning LGBTQ rights headed to the Supreme Court, Justice Brett Kavanaugh will likely have a substantial influence.
Appeals Court Decision Made in LGBTQ Locker Room Case
September 20, 2018
A woman who sued Planet Fitness after the company revoked her membership due to a complaint about a transgender woman in the locker room won an appeal.
Lawsuit Filed Against Religious School Prohibitions
September 13, 2018
Three families recently initiated legal action in the US District Court over a Maine law that prohibits tuition reimbursements for religious schools.