Learn NEA's position on pending legislation related to public education, and take action to protect our schools
LGBTQ+ people are subject to a patchwork of state and local laws that leave them vulnerable to discrimination in their daily lives, sending the message that they are second-class citizens.
Discrimination against those who are LGBTQ+, wherever it exists, violates our nation’s core values.
LGBTQ+ youth are particularly vulnerable to prejudice and are more likely than their peers to be bullied, harassed, and attempt suicide.
We need federal laws that afford LGBTQ+ people consistent and explicit protections from discrimination, no matter where they live and work.
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Bills in Congress
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S 5 Equality Act www.congress.gov
Introduced on 06/21/2023
A bill to prohibit discrimination on the basis of sex, gender identity, and sexual orientation, and for other purposes
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HR 15 Equality Act www.congress.gov
Introduced on 06/21/2023
A bill to prohibit discrimination on the basis of sex, gender identity, and sexual orientation, and for other purposes
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HR 3850 Pride in Mental Health Act www.congress.gov
Introduced on 06/06/2023
A bill that would improve mental health supports for at-risk LGBTQ+ youth.
Letters & Testimony
NEA speaks up for the rights of students. Browse recent messages to Congressional leadership, and add your voice.
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NEA Urges NO Vote on H.R. 734, Protection of Women and Girls in Sports Act of 2023
Submitted on 04/14/2023
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