Biden pushes for more LGBTQ protections on anniversary of 'don't ask, don't tell' repeal

Sep 20, 2021 View Original Article
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54% : President Joe Biden is promoting the Equality Act, which would prohibit discrimination against LGBTQ people in housing, employment, health care, jury service, and more
52% : The statement, posted on the White House's website, included a call for Congress to pass the Equality Act.
51% : The Equality Act would cement these protections by explicitly mentioning LGBTQ people and providing greater protection to all people facing sex-based discrimination, including in public accommodations such as restaurants and hotels.
49% : In February, the House passed the Equality Act, but it has not passed the Senate, where filibuster rules mean supporters of the bill need to find 60 votes to secure its passage in the chamber.
49% : Veterans groups have been among those advocating for passage of the Equality Act, saying LGBTQ veterans should live free from discrimination in every area of their lives.
49% : On Sept. 3, Rep. Chris Pappas (D-NH) introduced the SERVE Act, aimed at making sure that LGBTQ people discharged because of their sexual orientation and gender identity, including during the eras of
48% : Biden ended the statement by calling for the passage of federal legislation to clarify and expand nondiscrimination protections for LGBTQ people: "We must honor their sacrifice by continuing the fight for full equality for LGBTQ+ people, including by finally passing the Equality Act and living up to our highest values of justice and equality for all."
35% : Rep. Pramila Jayapal (D-WA) and Rep. Mondaire Jones (D-NY) are among the Democratic lawmakers who have said the filibuster needs to be abolished to get the Equality Act and other legislation passed.

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