Republican Congressman bucks party to support full equality for LGBTQ people

Republican Congressman Scott Taylor will co-sponsor the Equality Act, legislation that if passed would extend civil rights protections to offer full equality to LGBTQ individuals.

The Human Rights Campaign announced in a statement today that Taylor would get behind the Equality Act, reintroduced earlier this month, and now backed by 242 members of Congress and 90 corporations.

“The growing support for the Equality Act by Republicans, Democrats, and Independents proves that LGBTQ equality is not a partisan issue,” said HRC Government Affairs Director David Stacy. “All Americans should have a fair chance to earn a living, provide for their families, and live their lives without fear of discrimination. We are grateful for Rep. Scott Taylor’s leadership and support for this crucially important legislation that will finally ensure LGBTQ people are protected from unjust discrimination.”

“Discrimination anywhere is an injustice,” said Rep. Scott Taylor. “I’m proud to support the Equality Act and will work to ensure that all are treated the same under the law.”

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