Vermont At A Glance
LGBT Issues
Anti-Discrimination Law »
Vermont’s anti-discrimination law prohibits discrimination based on sexual orientation, HIV status and gender identity. More »
Family Law »
On April 7, 2009, Vermont became the fifth state to allow same-sex couples to marry (marriages began on September 1, 2009). Single gay people can adopt in Vermont; same-sex couples can jointly become the legal parents of a child. More »
Hate Crimes, Sex Laws and Police »
Sexual orientation and gender identity are protected characteristics under Vermont’s hate crimes laws. More »
Students' Rights »
Vermont law forbids discrimination in public schools on the basis of sexual orientation and gender identity. More »
HIV/AIDS Issues
HIV Anti-Discrimination Law »
Vermont has enacted anti-discrimination laws protecting people with HIV from discrimination in employment, housing, and public accommodations. More »
HIV Testing and Privacy »
Vermont does not have a statute mandating specific informed consent for an HIV test or release of HIV-related medical information, but there are general laws that provide some protections. More »
Other HIV-Related Laws »
The Vermont Legislature in 1999 passed a law permitting community-based needle exchange programs. More »
GLAD's Work in Vermont
From the Docket
Barreto-Neto v. Town of Hardwick Police Department
GLAD worked with a police officer in the Town of Hardwick, Vermont, in Northern Vermont who was... Details »
Legislation
Vermont Adds Gender Identity to Anti-Discrimination Law
Vermont joins Maine and Rhode Island as the third New England state to protect transgender... Details »
News
Spirit of Justice Honoree Beth Robinson is Vermonter of the Year
GLAD’s 2009 Spirit of Justice Honoree Beth Robinson, co-founder of Vermont Freedom to Marry and a lead force behind bringing marriage equality to the... More »
