The Human Rights Campaign's recent State Equality Index report indicates that 24 out of 50 US states fall under the worst category for LGBTQ+ equality, impacting mental health and access to care. With 489 anti-LGBTQ+ bills introduced last year, the legislation disproportionately affects LGBTQ+ individuals, especially the transgender community. While some states actively promote LGBTQ+ rights by passing supportive laws, many remain entrenched in discriminatory legislation. This report highlights considerable inequalities and the urgent need for reform in states with negative standings regarding LGBTQ+ rights.
The State Equality Index reveals that many US states have discriminatory legislation in place, highlighting significant disparities in LGBTQ+ rights across the country.
Almost half of US states, including Alabama, Florida, and Texas, received the worst rankings for LGBTQ+ equality based on the latest report from HRC.
HRC found that 71.5% of LGBTQ+ adults reported that anti-LGBTQ+ legislation has resulted in negative mental health impacts.
41.1% of trans and gender expansive adults have lost access to gender-affirming care, highlighting the critical impacts of recent legislative changes.
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