HRC: Anti-LGBTQ Action Anticipated in Statehouses During 2017
Today, HRC released a new report previewing battles against anti-LGBTQ state legislation expected in the year ahead. With at least 40 anti-LGBTQ bills in 16 states introduced so…
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Overwhelming Election Day Victories for Supporters of Transgender Protections Law
As opponents of the law prepare to put it on 2018 ballot, voters have signaled support for transgender protections law, fairness BOSTON—Last night’s Election Day results…
Transgender Protections Law, #TransLawMA, Goes Into Effect Statewide
#TransLawMA is now the law of the state and it fully protects transgender people BOSTON—Today full protections for transgender people in public places becomes statewide…
[Updated] Gov. Baker Signs Bill Protecting Transgender Rights, Reactions
History was made today, when after much debate and legislative work, the transgender rights bill was finally signed by Mass. Republican governor, Charlie Baker BOSTON—Today,…
Trans Flag Flies at Boston City Hall: Momentum Pushes Mass. Closer to Passing the #TransBillMA
By: Mike Givens/TRT Assistant Editor— People and organizations’ reactions via social media BOSTON—Massachusetts Governor Charlie Baker has subtly indicated that he will not veto a…
[UPDATED] Gov. Baker May Be Evolving on Transgender Rights for BayStaters
Baker’s comments come as MA legislature considers action on transgender rights bill By: Chris Gilmore/TRT Reporter— BOSTON, Mass.—Under mounting pressure to sign the transgender rights bill,…
Easthampton Passes Resolution in Support of Transgender Protections Legislation
EASTHAMPTON, Mass.—Last night, the Easthampton City Council unanimously passed a resolution in support of SB 735/HB 1577, the bill that would ensure explicit statewide protections…
[MORE UPDATES] Trans Community Members & Allies Boo As Gov. Baker Exits The Stage
By: Mike Givens/TRT Assistant Editor— ***UPDATE: The organizers of Wednesday evening’s action have released a response to Governor Baker’s comments on the public accommodations bill….
The State of Transgender Rights: Legislation, Empowerment and Equality
By: Nicole Lashomb/Editor-in-Chief— Despite heightened transgender awareness in the U.S., largely due to reality star Caitlyn Jenner’s emergence, the reality of transgender rights and struggles…
2015: An LGBT Year to Remember, Our Top Picks
The year 2015 was a monumental year for LGBT rights and engagements. From the historic year for the Obergefell v. Hodges decision legalizing marriage equality nationally to…
Community Leaders & Supporters Share their New Year’s Resolutions
By: Sara Brown/TRT Reporter— The end of the year is rapidly approaching. That means a time for reflection and making New Year’s resolutions. The Rainbow…
MA Transgender Rights Bill Fails to Come to Vote; Reactions
Development will be updated with more reactions from Bay Staters By: Christine Nicco/TRT Reporter— BOSTON, Mass—Massachusetts legislators left for the holiday recess without bringing to…
#MakeRoom: HBGC’s New Leaders Institute Host QTPOC Art Exhibit in Support of Trans Justice
BOSTON—On October 10th from 4-7 p.m., the Hispanic Black Gay Coalition (HBGC) will host #MakeRoom-A QTPOC Art Initiative For Trans Justice In Massachusetts to support Massachusetts…
Key Businesses Support New Campaign to Secure Nondiscrimination Protections
Freedom Massachusetts launches bipartisan campaign to win passage of public accommodations protections for transgender Bay Stater BOSTON, Mass.—Some of the region’s and nation’s biggest businesses…
Provincetown In 2024: The Ultimate LGBTQ+ Destination
Provincetown – A Year Filled With Signature Events, Theme Weeks, and Experiences For All Facets of the Queer Community PROVINCETOWN, Mass.– Provincetown welcomes travelers from…
Rhode Island: Bill Will Guard Access To Health Care
New Bill Will Safeguard Rhode Island’s Health Care System; Protect Access to Essential Care; Limit the Risk Hostile Out-of-State Laws Pose to Health Care Providers…
Respect For Marriage Act To Become Federal Law
The U.S. Senate bill Now Goes to the House of Representatives To Approve The Senate-Amended Version In a 61-36 vote the United States Senate today…
Healey & Driscoll For The Win: MA Dream Team Endorsement
Maura Healey & Kim Driscoll Are Who We Endorse for Mass. Governor and Lieutenant Governor By: The Rainbow Times’ Editorial Board— As the Massachusetts primaries…
Roe v. Wade Gone, No Protections For Women
Overturning Roe v. Wade; Most Justices for the majority opinion, without first-hand personal knowledge, change law radically; hurting Americans of color most, immigrants, others; You…
Commission On LGBTQ Youth On Homophobic Act
Homophobia Condemned by Massachusetts Commission on LGBTQ Youth BOSTON—The Massachusetts Commission on LGBTQ Youth was shocked and dismayed to learn of the homophobic incident that…
MassEquality Counterprotested SHFA’s Event
Organizers of “Super Happy Fun America,” the Producers of Straight Pride, Hosted a Fundraiser Celebrating the Riots of January 6 at the Capitol; MassEquality Counterprotested…
Transgender Detransition: Due To Family Pressures, More
Study Shows Discrimination, Stigma, and Family Pressure Are The Culprit Of Transgender People’s Detransition BOSTON—A new study published in LGBT Health found that 13.1% of currently identified transgender…
Supreme Court: Urged Not To Overturn LGBTQ Protections
Various Organizations Asked The Supreme Court To Keep Settled and Vital Nondiscrimination Protections BOSTON—GLBTQ Legal Advocates & Defenders, joined by 27 other national, regional and…