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Family Equality Urges Senate to Pass Equality Act

Family Equality Applauds House Passage of the Equality Act, Urges Senate to Follow Suit

Family Equality joins the LGBTQ+ community in celebrating the historic passage of the Equality Act in the US House of Representatives. February 25, 2021

Family Equality Applauds Introduction of the Equality Act

The comprehensive bill will add LGBTQ+ people to existing civil rights laws and strengthen protections for all people—including women, religious minorities, and people of color February 18, 2021

Foster Youth and LGBTQ Advocacy Groups Celebrate Biden Administration’s Agreement to Halt Discriminatory HHS Rule Change In Response to Legal Challenge

Lawsuit Challenges Trump-Era Regulation Axing Prohibition on Discrimination on Basis of Sexual Orientation, Gender Identity, and Religion by Service Providers in HHS’s $500 Billion Grant Programs February 10, 2021

Family Equality Supports Dr. Levine’s Nomination to be Asst. Secretary of Health

Family Equality joins more than 350 groups in supporting President Biden’s historic nominee. January 27, 2021

Family Equality on Nomination of Dr. Rachel Levine for US Asst. Secretary of Health

In a historic appointment, Dr. Levine becomes the first out trans person nominated for a Senate-confirmed position. January 19, 2021

HHS administrative advocacy

Family Equality Condemns Last-Minute HHS Rulemaking Targeting Vulnerable Populations During Pandemic

Family Equality condemns HHS’ announcement of the finalization of a rule which would remove anti-discrimination protections in programs such as foster care and adoption. January 8, 2021

Family Equality’s Statement on Joe Biden’s Election

In response to the historic election of President-Elect, Joseph R. Biden, Family Equality released the following statement. November 7, 2020

Supreme Court Hears Landmark Case With Profound Impact on LGBTQ+ Families

Amid uncertain election results, the Supreme Court hears a case that could determine whether taxpayer-funded agencies can turn away LGBTQ+ parents. November 4, 2020

Jim Obergefell and Rick Hodges Call on Senate to Delay Supreme Court Confirmation

The lead plaintiff and defendant of Obergefell v. Hodges joined forces against Judge Amy Coney Barrett’s confirmation to the Supreme Court. October 20, 2020

Jim Obergefell and Rick Hodges Come Together to Oppose Confirmation of Judge Amy Coney Barrett to the Supreme Court

Jim Obergefell and Rick Hodges Come Together to Oppose Confirmation of Judge Amy Coney Barrett to the Supreme Court

The named plaintiff and defendant in Obergefell v. Hodges will join Family Equality and elected officials to discuss their opposition to the Senate confirmation of Judge Amy Coney Barrett to the Supreme Court. October 19, 2020

Family Equality Welcomes Jim Obergefell, Lead Plaintiff in Marriage Equality Case, to the Team

LGBTQ+ advocate and lead plaintiff in Obergefell v. Hodges will join Family Equality’s team to garner support for LGBTQ+ family equality September 22, 2020

Family Equality Mourns Loss of Justice Ruth Bader Ginsburg

Family Equality, alongside LGBTQ+ families everywhere, mourn the loss of champion for equality, Justice Ginsburg, and vow to carry on her legacy. September 21, 2020