Rhode Island
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Rhode Island Marriage Guide For Same-Sex Couples
A guide about how to get married in Rhode Island, what being married in Rhode Island means in terms of protections, respect, health insurance, taxes, etc., and some things to consider before getting married. It also explains what will happen to Rhode Island civil unions now that same-sex couples are able to marry in Rhode Island.
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After DOMA: Information for Married Same-Sex Couples
The fall of DOMA means that many married same-sex couples can access the spousal benefits provided by the federal government through its many programs. However, married same-sex couples, living in states that do not recognize their marriage, may not have access to the spousal benefits of some federal programs. Same-sex couples who are in a civil union or registered domestic partnership and are living in a state that recognizes their relationship may have access to Social Security spousal benefits, but not to the benefits offered to spouses by other federal programs.
For information about specific federal programs go to: After DOMA: Information for Married Same-Sex Couples
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RI: Overview of Legal Issues for Lesbians, Gay Men, Bisexuals, and Transgender People
An overview of anti-discrimination law, family law, hate crimes, and students' rights for LGBT people in Rhode Island.
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RI: Overview of Legal Issues for People with HIV
An overview of anti-discrimination law, testing & privacy laws, and other laws related to people who are living with HIV/AIDS in Rhode Island.
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Rhode Island Resource List
A streamlined list of GLAD's primary referrals to LGBTQ and HIV support services and organizations within Rhode Island, grouped by the type of services provided. Areas include: civil rights, general legal services, HIV/AIDS, other health/disability, domestic violence/sexual assault, youth/schools, transgender and support.
- Rhode Island Birth Certificate Gender Marker Tool Kit
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Legal Issues for Non-Massachusetts Same-Sex Couples Who Married in Massachusetts
This publication deals with the validity of Massachusetts marriages entered into by non-Massachusetts residents prior to July 31, 2008.
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EEOC Clarifies Protections For LGBT Employees
EEOC Commissioner Chai R. Feldblum issued a memorandum clarifiying federal employment anti-discrimination protections under Title VII for LGBT employees and urging the addition of explicit protections for sexual orientation and gender identity to Title VII.
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Rights of LGBTQ Youth in Rhode Island
An overview regarding the rights that LGBTQ youth have in Rhode Island in schools, the child welfare system and the juvenile justice system, as well as a list of youth-related resources.
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Domestic Partnership Benefits Overview
An overview of the rights accorded to those who are in domestic partnerships.
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Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA)
Highlights from the Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA).
- Know Your Rights After DOMA: What it Means for New England Married Same-Sex Couples
- Conozca Sus Derechos Después de DOMA: Qué Significa para las Parejas Casadas de New Englan
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Rhode Island LGBTQ Student Rights Brochure
A brochure highlighting the rights of LGBTQ students in Rhode Island and providing a resource list. Contact GLAD Answers if you would like print copies of this brochure.
- Comparison of New England Anti-Bullying Laws