Post by Ayla on Jan 17, 2016 14:55:16 GMT 8
TOPEKA - Kansas legislation that would add sexual orientation and gender identity to the state's anti-discrimination statute is drawing opposition.
The Wichita Eagle reported that the measure would make it illegal to fire or evict someone for being gay or transgender, and ensure equal access to public accommodation.
Supporters of the bill consider it necessary because the LGBT community in Kansas routinely faces discrimination.
Opponents counter that the measure would make Kansans who oppose same-sex marriage on religious grounds vulnerable to lawsuits, and that transgender women would be allowed to enter women's bathrooms.
Current law shields Kansans from discrimination in housing, employment and public accommodations based on race, religion, color, sex, disability, family status, national origin or ancestry.
www.hutchnews.com/ap/politics/anti-discrimination-bill-seeks-to-protect-to-lgbt/article_89ffa3b3-07e9-5589-8447-75cbd3dd8a04.html
The Wichita Eagle reported that the measure would make it illegal to fire or evict someone for being gay or transgender, and ensure equal access to public accommodation.
Supporters of the bill consider it necessary because the LGBT community in Kansas routinely faces discrimination.
Opponents counter that the measure would make Kansans who oppose same-sex marriage on religious grounds vulnerable to lawsuits, and that transgender women would be allowed to enter women's bathrooms.
Current law shields Kansans from discrimination in housing, employment and public accommodations based on race, religion, color, sex, disability, family status, national origin or ancestry.
www.hutchnews.com/ap/politics/anti-discrimination-bill-seeks-to-protect-to-lgbt/article_89ffa3b3-07e9-5589-8447-75cbd3dd8a04.html