The Equality Act (Virgin Islands)
The Equality Act is a law passed by the 34th Virgin Islands Legislature which prohibits discrimination based on sexual orientation or gender identity as an unlawful discriminatory practice.[1] The bill was signed into law by Governor Albert Bryan on January 19, 2023.[2]
Overview[edit]
It was first introduced by Senator Janelle Sarauw in June 2022. As a member of the LGBT community, she have explained her intent of the bill was to address discrimination felt by others who do not present themselves as non-heterosexual.[3]
References[edit]
- ^ "Bill No. 34-0271". Legislature of the Virgin Islands.
- ^ "Bryan Signs 19 Bills into Law from 34th Legislature, Vetoes 7". St. Thomas Source.
- ^ "Sarauw-Sponsored Bill Making it Unlawful to Discriminate Against Any Person Based on Sexual Orientation Wins Committee Approval". The Virgin Islands Consortium.