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Sen. Adam Schiff introduces bill to support LGBTQ+ people in starting families

Many LGBTQ+ taxpayers can't deduct expenses for these reproductive treatments now. Schiff's bill would change this.

Trump's Pick to Lead Nation's Health Services Is Terrifying

We can stop Tom Price from leading the Department of Health and Human Services, writes Candace Bond-Theriault of the National LGBTQ Task Force Action Fund.

Exploiting a Health Care Emergency to Restrict Reproductive Rights

It's a shameful power play, writes Julianna S. Gonen of the National Center for Lesbian Rights.

Brett Kavanaugh Confirmation Means 40 More Years of Trump Values

As the Senate readies for hearings on Kavanaugh's Supreme Court nomination, Lambda Legal's Sharon McGowan warns of the threat he poses.

Christine Quinn's Next Political Move? Equality For Women

New York's former City Council speaker Christine Quinn is using her experience as a lesbian and a woman in politics by leading a new party.

On Roe v. Wade's anniversary, the meaning of the ruling — and its loss

The abortion rights ruling stood for almost 50 years, with major implications for other bodily autonomy rights. What are the implications of its overturning?

Respect for Marriage Act Key to Resisting Threats to LGBTQ+ Equality

"The stakes for our country could not be higher. Now is the time for us to take swift action in every part of our lives."

Ohio bill would ban ejaculation without intent to conceive — with exceptions for LGBTQ+ people

The Conception Begins at Erection Act contains exceptions for men using birth control, donating sperm, masturbating, or having sex with another man or member of the LGBTQ+ community.

Where do Kamala Harris and Donald Trump stand on LGBTQ+ rights?

From gay marriage to transgender health care, we break down the presidential candidates' positions.

House Dems Take Action Against HHS 'Religious Freedom' Division

Lawmakers express concern that the division will enable discrimination, and one seeks to abolish it.

Overturning Roe Is Already Upending Thousands of LGBTQ+ Lives

The conservative Supreme Court has shown it cares little for precedent or restraint.

Op-ed: What Must Happen to Lift LGBT Women Out of Poverty

National LGBTQ Task Force Action Fund executive director Rea Carey says we can no longer tolerate the financial inequality that queer women face.

Lawsuit: Aetna Fertility Coverage Is an 'Illegal Tax on LGBTQ+ People'

A New York woman says she was forced to spend $45,000 because of the discriminatory policy.

Here are the states that have laws protecting abortion and gender-affirming care

These states have taken the step to protect bodily autonomy.

Op-ed: What A Hobby Lobby Ruling May Mean for Us

The Hobby Lobby case isn't just about access to birth control pills.

Buttigieg Endorses Reparations, Ending Electoral College

Those are among several positions newly posted to his campaign website.

One Year After Dobbs: Keeping Up the Fight for Bodily Autonomy

Conservative politicians are going not only after abortion but trans health care and LGBTQ+ rights in general. But activists and everyday citizens are fighting back.

Here's what Democrats promise to do for LGBTQ+ people in their 2024 platform

The DNC has released its full platform for the next four years, which features dozens of policies that would improve the lives of LGBTQ+ people.

Vermont's GOP Governor Shock: Protects Trans Care, Abortion Rights

Gov. Phil Scott signed legislation protecting access to gender-affirming care and abortion.

LGBTQ+ Groups: SCOTUS Should Have Blocked Texas Abortion Law

The court did allow a suit against the restrictive law to proceed, but it leaves important rights in peril, activists say.