LGBTQ+ policy covers anti-discrimination protections, recognition of relationships, and the rights of transgender Americans.
LGBTQ+ policy encompasses anti-discrimination protections in employment and housing, marriage recognition, transgender healthcare access, and the balance between civil rights and religious liberty. Some believe federal law should explicitly protect LGBTQ+ Americans in all areas of public life. Others believe religious liberty protections are equally important and that many of these decisions should be left to states and local communities.
Higher scores (+) — Voted to expand LGBTQ rights — supporting anti-discrimination protections, same-sex marriage, and gender-affirming healthcare.
Lower scores (−) — Voted against federal LGBTQ protections — opposing same-sex marriage recognition, anti-discrimination laws, or gender-affirming care coverage.
Notable congressional votes and policy actions in this area. Only roll-call votes feed PartyLine scores; state laws and executive actions are listed for context:
Codified federal recognition of same-sex and interracial marriages. Passed with bipartisan support.
Would ban discrimination based on sexual orientation and gender identity in housing, employment, and public accommodations. Passed the House; stalled in the Senate.
State laws, not congressional votes: Florida statutes restricting LGBTQ discussion in schools and workplaces, and the federal pushback they drew.
Every score in PartyLine is based on official roll call records. You can cross-check any vote on GovTrack or Congress.gov.
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