2010 June | Out in America Features

The State of California Passes Historic Resolution in Support of UAFA Same-Sex Couples Rights to Immigration equality

Jun 30th, 2010 @ 11:31 am | Comments Off -
Today the State Senate passed a resolution with a 23-12 vote that included bipartisan support, endorsing a federal law that would permit U.S. citizens and permanent residents...

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RI Governor Vetos Transgender Protections

Jun 30th, 2010 @ 11:10 am | Comments Off -
On 23 June, Rhode Island Governor Don Carcieri vetoed legislation which would have protected transpeople from harassment and violence. Carcieri vetoed House Bill 7044/Senate...

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Wisconsin Supreme Court upholds gay marriage ban

Jun 30th, 2010 @ 11:07 am | Comments Off -
The Wisconsin Supreme Court upheld the state’s constitutional ban on gay marriage and civil unions in a unanimous ruling Wednesday. The court’s 7-0 ruling concluded...

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NY Senate Democrats Extend Rights to LGBT Couples

Jun 30th, 2010 @ 10:39 am | Comments Off -
Legislation grants bereavement leave to employees in same-sex relationships The Senate Democratic Majority passed legislation (S6177A/Montgomery) that allows individuals involved...

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Iceland’s Prime Minister Marries Female Partner

Jun 29th, 2010 @ 12:12 pm | Comments Off -
She was the first openly gay head of state. Now Iceland’s prime minister Johanna Sigurdardottir, 68, has broken new ground once more, with her marriage to longtime civil...

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