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The LGBT Equality Act Began Life in 1974. It's Still Waiting to Be Passed.

History Lesson

If passed, the Equality Act would amend the Civil Rights Act to add protections for LGBTQ people in public spaces, employment, housing, and education. But it's not a new idea.

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