SB 67 - Prohibits Discrimination Based on Gender Identity or Sexual Orientation in Housing Practices - Virginia Key Vote
Donald McEachin voted Yea (Passage) on this Legislation.
Timeline
- Referred to Committee
- Feb. 3, 2016
- Senate Bill Passed
- Jan. 29, 2016
- Introduced
- Dec. 21, 2015
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Title: Prohibits Discrimination Based on Gender Identity or Sexual Orientation in Housing Practices
Vote Smart's Synopsis:
Vote to pass a bill that prohibits discrimination on the basis of gender identity or sexual orientation in housing practices.
Highlights:
- Prohibits an individual from discriminating against another individual due to his or her “sexual orientation” or “gender identity” in housing practices and real-estate transactions (Sec. 1).
- Defines “sexual orientation” as an individual’s actual or perceived heterosexuality, bisexuality, or homosexuality (Sec. 1).
- Defines “gender identity” as the gender-related identity, appearance, or characteristic of an individual, without regard to his or her designated sex at birth (Sec. 1).
Title: Prohibits Discrimination Based on Gender Identity or Sexual Orientation in Housing Practices