Massachusetts At A Glance
LGBT Issues
Anti-Discrimination Law »
Massachusetts’ anti-discrimination law prohibits discrimination based on sexual orientation and HIV status. More »
Family Law »
Same-sex couples can marry in Massachusetts. The "1913" law initially used to prevent most non-Massachusetts same-sex couples from marrying has been repealed, so now any same-sex couple who meets the marriage requirements can be legally married in Massachusetts.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 is a protected characteristic under Massachusetts’ hate crimes laws. More »
Students' Rights »
Massachusetts law forbids discrimination in public schools on the basis of sexual orientation. 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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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
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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 »
