Center for American Progress

Act Now: LGBTQ Rights Are Still Under Threat

Despite the Supreme Court's landmark decision affirming that LGBTQ people are protected from workplace discrimination, LGBTQ people still lack federal protections in many essential parts of their lives.

Tell your Senators: We need The Equality Act.

This bill would provide clear and consistent protections nationwide in not just employment, but also in education, public spaces and services, federally funded programs, credit, and jury service. Act now!

Dear Senator,

I am writing today as your constituent to ask for your support of S.393, the Equality Act. 
 
Despite a Supreme Court ruling affirming civil rights protections for LGBTQ people in the workplace, LGBTQ people still face widespread discrimination in all areas of life. This is why Congress must pass the Equality Act. By explicitly extending civil rights protections to LGBTQ people, this bill would provide clear and consistent protections and help ensure all people are treated fairly under the law, no matter their zip code. 
 
The Equality Act would prohibit discrimination in not just employment but also education, housing, public spaces and services, federally funded programs, credit, and jury service. These are all areas where LGBTQ Americans routinely face discrimination and abuse.
 
A growing majority of Americans, over 80 percent, support legislation like the Equality Act as well as over 300 major companies, 80 percent of small business owners, and over 100 religious organizations representing diverse faith traditions from across the country. The House recently passed the bill with bipartisan support, but the Senate has yet to act. I am asking that you stand with the American people and constituents like me and support this critical piece of legislation. 
 
Every person should be judged on their merits, not their sexual orientation or gender identity. We urge you to co-sponsor the Equality Act  and ensure all Americans can live, work, and go to school free from harassment or discrimination.

Sincerely,

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