To our neighbors to the north of Connecticut and the state where my family has a summer cottage, New Hampshire they are once again introducing a gender identity/expression non-discrimination bill.
NH House considers adding transgender protections to anti-discrimination laws
New Hampshire is the only New England state not to have a gender inclusive non-discrimination law.
It appears that the bill cleared the Health and Human Services committee with a vote15-2 today.
NH House considers adding transgender protections to anti-discrimination laws
Supporters say transgender community faces discriminationBut, you know there is always a “but,”
WMUR
By Josh McElveen
February 21, 2017
CONCORD, N.H. — Lawmakers in Concord are considering a bill to protect transgender people in the state's anti-discrimination laws.
Supporters of House Bill 478 said the transgender community is ignored under current state law.
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Rep. Ed Butler, D-Hart's Location, is the prime sponsor of HB 478. He said the measure has support from members of the clergy and from businesses.
Supporters outnumbered opponents in the hearing, but Peter Sprague of conservative group Cornerstone Action argued that in order to change the law or make a new one, it must be proven that action is needed.The last time a trans bill was introduced it was a dismal failure, but I have a feeling that the ground work has been laid this time and they have a better chance to pass the bill.
New Hampshire is the only New England state not to have a gender inclusive non-discrimination law.
It appears that the bill cleared the Health and Human Services committee with a vote15-2 today.
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