Michigan expands Elliott-Larsen Civil Rights Act to protect LGBTQ+ community – WILX

The Michigan state legislature has recently voted to expand the Elliott-Larsen Civil Rights Act to protect the LGBTQ+ community. The bill, which passed both chambers of the state legislature on a bipartisan basis, will now provide protections against discrimination based on gender identity and sexual orientation. This marks a major victory for the civil rights of LGBTQ+ individuals in Michigan, and is a testament to the state’s commitment to protecting its citizens from discrimination.

The Elliott-Larsen Civil Rights Act, which was enacted in 1976, is a Michigan law that prohibits discrimination in employment, housing, education, and public accommodations on the basis of religion, race, color, national origin, age, sex, height, weight, familial status, or marital status. With the passage of this expansion, the law will now also protect individuals from discrimination based on their gender identity or sexual orientation.

The expansion of the Elliott-Larsen Civil Rights Act is an important step forward in the fight for civil rights and equality. It sends a clear message that the state of Michigan is committed to protecting its citizens from discrimination and ensuring that they are treated equitably regardless of their gender identity or sexual orientation. The bill is also a testament to the power of bipartisanship and collaboration, as both Democrats and Republicans in the legislature worked together to pass the bill.

The passage of this bill marks a major milestone for LGBTQ+ individuals in Michigan, and is a testament to the state’s commitment to protecting civil rights and ensuring equality. This new law will provide LGBTQ+ individuals with the protection they need to live and work freely without fear of discrimination. It is a historic moment for the state of Michigan and a major victory for civil rights.