1991 in LGBT rights explained
This is a list of notable events in the history of LGBT rights that took place in the year 1991.
Events
- U.S. state of Connecticut bans sexual orientation discrimination in the private sector.[1]
- U.S. state of Hawaii bans sexual orientation discrimination in the private sector.
January
- 29 — Minnesota governor Arne Carlson issues an executive order banning sexual orientation discrimination in the public sector.[2]
April
- 16 — The United Kingdom Department of Health issued guidance banning social workers from allowing gay couples to become foster parents.[3]
May
- 1 — Three same-sex couples file suit in Hawaii alleging that the state constitution guarantees their right to marry.[4]
- 19 — The Executive Council of Hong Kong votes to decriminalize homosexuality.
August
- 16 — New Jersey governor James Florio issues an executive order prohibiting sexual orientation discrimination in the public sector.[5]
December
See also
References
- Eskridge Jr., William N. (1996). The Case for Same-Sex Marriage: From Sexual Liberty to Civilized Commitment. New York City, The Free Press, a Division of Simon & Schuster. .
Notes and References
- Web site: Laws Prohibiting Discrimination Based on Sexual Orientation . 2007-06-12 . https://web.archive.org/web/20070609224946/http://www.ilga.info/Information/Legal_survey/list_of_international_treaties.htm . 2007-06-09 . dead .
- http://www.leg.mn/archive/execorders/91-04.pdf (Adobe Acrobat format)
- News: Homosexual fostering policies banned. Pallot. Peter. 17 April 1991. The Daily Telegraph. 42242. 1.
- Eskridge, p. 4
- http://www.state.nj.us/infobank/circular/eof39.htm Executive Order #39
- News: Lewin. Tamar. Disabled Woman's Care Given to Lesbian Partner. April 5, 2015. New York Times. December 18, 1991.