Supreme Court Becomes Involved in Christian Website Dispute
May 13, 2022
The Supreme Court will hear a case brought by a Christian website designer who wants to be able to refuse service to LGBTQ customers.
Posts tagged "LGBT rights"
Virginia Legislators Block Effort to Remove Same-Sex Marriage Prohibition
May 24, 2022
A Virginia House subcommittee recently struck down legislation that would have removed the state’s prohibition of same-sex marriage.
Michigan Resolves Same-Sex Adoption Lawsuit Involving Catholic Charity
March 18, 2022
Citing a recent Supreme Court decision, Michigan will revert to contracting with adoption agencies that decline to offer same-sex adoption.
Florist Who Refused Same-Sex Service Drops Supreme Court Case
December 3, 2021
A Washington state florist with objections to same-sex marriage recently withdrew a petition before the United States Supreme Court.
Same-Sex Couple Challenges Nebraska Over Parental Rights
November 16, 2021
Two Nebraska women are suing the state over their parental rights as they claim the state discriminates against same-sex couples.
Category: LGBTQ and Law State Laws
Georgia Man Pursues LGBTQ Case in US Supreme Court
October 30, 2019
A Georgia man is pursuing a landmark LGBTQ case in the United States Supreme Court that has the potential to significantly advance or restrict LGBTQ rights.
Dayton, Kentucky Becomes a “Cool City”
September 27, 2019
The Dayton City Council recently adjourned in applause after the city passed an ordinance to protect LGBTQ individuals from discrimination.
Category: LGBTQ and Law
Tag: discrimination LGBT Rights LGBTQ discrimination non-discrimination
Illinois Passes Law Requiring LGBTQ History be Taught in Schools
September 20, 2019
In a landmark decision that will likely help to promote the advancement of civil rights, Illinois state now requires LGBTQ history be taught in schools.
Category: LGBTQ and Law
Tag: LGBT Rights
Supreme Court Prepares to Hear LGBT Discrimination Cases
August 2, 2019
This past spring, the Supreme Court of the United States announced that it will hear three cases concerning LGBT discrimination in its upcoming term.
Michigan Prohibits LGBT Discrimination in State Adoptions
July 2, 2019
Adoption agencies in the state of Michigan that receive state funding are no longer able to deny adoptions to LGBT couples after a recent settlement.
Category: LGBTQ and Law State Laws