2009 House Bill 300 (Add 'sexual orientation' to outlawed basis for bias in Human Relations Act )

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Introduced by Rep. Dan Frankel (D) on March 5, 2009, to amend the state Human Relations Act by prohibiting bias in housing, employment, credit and public accommodations, on the grounds of sexual orientation and gender identity or expression .
- Referred to the House State Government Committee on March 5, 2009.
  - Reported in the House on March 11, 2009.

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1) Re: 2009 House Bill 300 [by Wm. on June 11, 2009]

Anyone interested in and concerned about civil, human and natural rights should read this well written and very sensitive book. I heard the author speak which prompted my purchase. It is difficult to comprehend the lack of rights until you hear from someone who lacks them. Also recommend 'Does a Tree have Standing'

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2) Re: 2009 House Bill 300 [by tcwaters on June 11, 2009]

Thx for the book recomendation, and sorry I misunderstood an earlier post.

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3) Re: 2009 House Bill 300 [by Wm. on June 11, 2009]

Glenner87, apparently I was confusing in my statements or you read what I said backwards.

Yes, our nation was founded on the principal of equality for all persons, although it has taken more than 200 years to even begin living up to this premise. We are not there yet. And it will be a fight to accomplish this truth. Every person does have, should have and must have the same rights, freedoms, choices, opportunities, etc. These are not privileges that require legislation. These are ours simply because we exist. All of humankind is equal regardless of their gender, their birth place or their birth parents. It is a pity that some would deny this fact. It is a pity that these things require discussion and passage into law. We must banish prejudice, bigotry and racism of every kind. We must do this or we will be nothing.

I recommend the book for explanation of my view, Covering: The Hidden Assault on Our Civil Rights by Kenji Yoshino

Wm. H. Evans

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