Massachusetts At A Glance
LGBT Issues
Anti-Discrimination Law »
Massachusetts’ anti-discrimination law prohibits discrimination based on sexual orientation, gender identity or expression (effective July 1, 2012) and HIV status. More »
Family Law »
Same-sex couples can marry in Massachusetts. Single gay people can adopt in Massachusetts; same-sex couples can jointly become the legal parents of a child. More »
Hate Crimes, Sex Laws and Police »
Sexual orientation and gender identity or expression (effective July 1, 2012) are protected characteristics under Massachusetts’ hate crimes laws. More »
Students' Rights »
Massachusetts law forbids discrimination in public schools on the basis of sexual orientation and gender identity or expression (effective July 1, 2012). More »
HIV/AIDS Issues
HIV Anti-Discrimination Law »
Massachusetts has enacted anti-discrimination laws protecting people with HIV from discrimination in employment, housing, and public accommodations. More »
HIV Testing and Privacy »
Massachusetts law requires informed written consent for HIV testing and release of HIV-related medical information. More »
Other HIV-Related Laws »
Massachusetts law permits the Department of Public Health to establish needle exchange programs, but unfortunately requires "local approval" for the siting of a program. More »
GLAD's Work in Massachusetts
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13th Annual Spirit of Justice Award Dinner
In its 13th year, the Spirit of Justice Award Dinner is GLAD’s flagship event attrac... RSVP »
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Estate Planning for Transgender Clients
An attorney working with a transgender client must anticipate issues that may not arise wi... Details »
From the Docket
O’Donnabhain v. Commissioner of Internal Revenue
Victory! On February 2, 2010, the U.S. Tax Court issued an important decision in O’Donnabhain v.... Details »
Legislation
Advocating for Insurance Coverage of the HPV Vaccine for Boys
GLAD is working to make sure young LGBTQ people live in a world in which they can safely be who... Details »
News
Advocates Praise House for Advancing Transgender Equal Rights Bill
BOSTON, NOVEMBER 15, 2011 – In an historic move, the state House of Representatives passed the Transgender Equal Rights Bill today by a vote of... More »
