Connecticut At A Glance
LGBT Issues
Anti-Discrimination Law »
Connecticut's anti-discrimination law prohibits discrimination based on sexual orientation, gender identity or expression and HIV status. More »
Family Law »
Same-sex couples have the right to marry in Connecticut. Single gay people can adopt in Connecticut; 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 are protected characteristics under Connecticut's hate crimes laws. More »
Students' Rights »
Connecticut law forbids discrimination in public schools on the basis of sexual orientation and gender identity or expression and has a strong anti-bullying law. More »
HIV/AIDS Issues
HIV Anti-Discrimination Law »
Connecticut law protects people who with HIV from discrimination in employment, public accommodations and housing. More »
HIV Testing and Privacy »
Connecticut law only requires a consent for HIV testing as part of a general consent for medical care, but does require written consent for the release of HIV-related medical information. More »
Other HIV-Related Laws »
Connecticut law provides for needle and syringe exchange programs in the health departments of the three cities with the highest number of AIDS cases among intravenous drug users. More »
GLAD's Work in Connecticut
From the Docket
Raftopol v. Ramey
In a first-of-its kind decision, the Connecticut Supreme Court ruled on Jan. 5, 2011 that a gay... Details »
Legislation
Public hearing for HB 6599: An Act Concerning Discrimination
The Connecticut Judiciary Committee Public Hearing on HB 6599: An Act Concerning Discrimination... Details »
News
Great News for Transgender Taxpayers
(Photo: Rhiannon O’Donnabhain)
Great news for transgender taxpayers!
The IRS has issued an advisory known as an “action on decision” making clear... More »
