Some countries have enacted laws protecting the rights of transgender individuals, but others have criminalized their gender identity or expression. In many cases, transgender individuals face discrimination in employment, housing, healthcare, and other areas of life.

In the United States, the rights of transgender people vary considerably by jurisdiction. In recent decades, there has been an expansion of federal, state, and local laws and rulings to protect transgender Americans; however, many rights remain …

The legal and regulatory history of transgender and transsexual people in the United States begins in the 1960s. Such legislation covers federal, state, municipal, and local levels, as well as military justice. It reflects broader societal attitudes which have shifted significantly over time and have impacted legislative and judicial outcomes.

We’re fighting to protect the rights and safety of transgender people in prison, jail, and detention facilities as well as the right of trans and gender nonconforming students to be treated with respect at school. Finally, we’re working to secure the rights of transgender parents. Need help?

If a law banning discrimination based on sexual orientation defines “sexual orientation” to include gender identity (as, for example, the ones in Colorado, Illinois, and Minnesota do), it protects transgender people as well as lesbian, gay, and bisexual people.

Jan 6, 2023 · In the United States, it is estimated that 1.4 million adults identify as transgender. Unsurprisingly, transgender rights in the U.S. vary from state to state. To date there has been only one Supreme Court case regarding the rights of the transgender population.

Oct 18, 2024 · General overview of the legal rights and challenges of transgender individuals, in areas such as family law, access to healthcare, the criminal justice system, immigration, military service, public accommodations, airport security, schools, and identification documents.

Mar 30, 2023 · This resolution expresses support for implementing a Transgender Bill of Rights that guarantees certain rights for transgender and nonbinary people with respect to public services and accommodations, employment, housing, health care, and other specified areas.

Research by the Movement Advancement Project summarizes legal rights and protections afforded to transgender individuals in each state and considers laws that both negatively and positively affect trans rights.

Research by the Movement Advancement Project summarizes legal rights and protections afforded to transgender individuals in each state and considers laws that both negatively and positively affect trans rights.