While President Biden signed an executive order on his first day in office combating gender identity and sexual orientation-based discrimination, it’s clear that LGBTQ+ Americans’ fight for civil rights continues nationwide.

Recent years have seen clear advancements in rights and protections for LGBTQ+ Americans, from marriage equality to the Supreme Court's decision preventing employers from firing LGBTQ+ identifying employees in June of 2020. However, at least 15 transgender or gender non-conforming Americans have been murdered as of May 2021, and more than 30 states have introduced legislation adversely affecting trans Americans - particularly trans youth. With the proposed Equality Act passing the House, what is the outlook for LGBTQ+ protection at the federal level?

During Pride month, The Hill will explore the impact of hard-fought wins and the road still ahead for the issues most affecting the LGBTQ+ community.

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