13 LGBTQ+ elected lawmakers joining the 119th Congress who have us excited about politics again
From Sarah McBride to Tammy Baldwin, here are the queer lawmakers in the 119th Congress.
January 03 2025 12:49 PM
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From Sarah McBride to Tammy Baldwin, here are the queer lawmakers in the 119th Congress.
"It’s incredible to be part of a moment where we are all motivated by joy rather than fear,” BenDeLaCreme said, referring to the atmosphere of the DNC.
Democratic Representatives from Wisconsin Gwen Moore and openly gay Rep. Mark Pocan, have proposed legislation that would provide assistance for runaway and homeless LGBT youth.
Wisconsin Gov. Jim Doyle's plan for giving same-sex couples certain legal protections may not violate the state's gay marriage ban. This would make Wisconsin the first state with a same-sex marriage and "substantially similar relationships" ban to allow domestic partnerships for gay couples.