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Kathy Hochul vetos financial protection bill introduced after murders of gay men

New York Gov. Kathy Hochul has vetoed a bill designed to protect users of money-sharing apps even after several high-profile cases of murder and robbery against several people, including at least two gay men.

Gay Democratic reps demand Pentagon resolve cases of ‘don’t ask, don’t tell’ dishonorable discharges

Lawmakers have pressed the Department of Defense in a new letter for faster action on injustices stemming from the DADT policy.

Big Payday for Same-Sex Married Couples

A new report indicates it pays to be gay -- or bi -- and hitched to a member of the same sex.

Lawsuit: Aetna Fertility Coverage Is an 'Illegal Tax on LGBTQ+ People'

A New York woman says she was forced to spend $45,000 because of the discriminatory policy.

Breaking: Military to Extend Some Benefits to Gay Partners

Leon Panetta's last week as Defense secretary will see the extension of some partner benefits to gay military personnel.

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Democratic lawmakers lead congressional push to reverse Trump’s transgender military ban

California Democratic U.S. Rep. Sara Jacobs is leading the charge.

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California Bans Insurance Discrimination Against Trans Patients

With a clarifying directive, California becomes the third state (plus Washington, D.C.) to expressly prohibit discrimination against transgender people in health insurance coverage.

With Lawmakers Stalled, NY Governor Regulates Ex-Gay Therapy

Andrew Cuomo's new set of regulations will limit availability of the so-called therapy immediately.

More Good News for Trans New Yorkers

New York becomes the 9th jurisdiction to ban health insurers from denying transgender patients coverage for medically necessary healthcare.

Why Every City Needs an LGBT Job Fair

Finding and keeping work remains perilous for many LGBT people. But an event in one of the nation's biggest cities is helping queer folks find employment and climb the ladder.