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Rep. Lou Correa Proudly Votes To Pass The Equality Act & Protect LGBTQ+ Communities

Statement

Date: May 17, 2019
Location: Washington, DC
Issues: Sexual Orientation and Gender Identity

Today, Congressman Lou Correa (D-CA-46) released the following statement after proudly voting to pass H.R. 5 - The Equality Act of 2019.

Rep. Correa said, "Today, Democrats proudly passed H.R. 5 to end discrimination against LGBTQ+ Americans. Despite significant progress forged for equality, too many LGTBQ Americans in too many places remain vulnerable to discrimination on a daily basis and often have little recourse.

"I am proud to be a cosponsor of H.R. 5 - The Equality Act and to have done my part in helping end discrimination against LBGTQ+ communities. Across the United States, it is perfectly legal for an LBGTQ+ Couple to marry on Sunday and be fired on Monday. H.R. 5 ends this, and guarantees all Americans--regardless of orientation--are protected by the law. Together we can end discrimination and stop hate."


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