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LGBTQ+ Legal Protections
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Laws change, and they vary dramatically across states. Click any state on the map to see its current LGBTQ+ legal landscape.

51 Jurisdictions State by State Updated Regularly
This page provides general educational information only. Laws change frequently and enforcement varies. This is not legal advice. For your specific situation, consult an LGBTQ+-affirming attorney or contact Lambda Legal's Help Desk at lambdalegal.org.
Strong Protections
Partial Protections
Limited Protections
Hostile Environment
22 Strong Protections
4 Partial Protections
9 Limited Protections
16 Hostile Environment
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