What is true about LGBT rights in the United States?(1 point)

Responses

It is illegal to discriminate against LGBT people in housing decisions.
It is illegal to discriminate against LGBT people in housing decisions.

It is legal to discriminate against LGBT people in hiring decisions.
It is legal to discriminate against LGBT people in hiring decisions.

There aren't resources to support LGBT youth in all states.
There aren't resources to support LGBT youth in all states.

LGBT people have equal protections under the law.
LGBT people have equal protections under the law.

1 answer

The statement that is true about LGBT rights in the United States is:

It is illegal to discriminate against LGBT people in housing decisions.

In June 2020, the Supreme Court ruled in Bostock v. Clayton County that Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964 protects employees against discrimination based on sexual orientation and gender identity, which has implications for various forms of discrimination, including housing. However, protections can vary by state and local jurisdictions.

The other statements are not entirely accurate:

  • It is legal to discriminate against LGBT people in hiring decisions. (False: It is illegal based on the Supreme Court ruling, though it may vary by state and local laws.)
  • There aren't resources to support LGBT youth in all states. (True, but this statement is overly general; while some states have more resources than others, organizations exist nationwide.)
  • LGBT people have equal protections under the law. (False: While there are federal protections, disparities still exist at state levels.)

Please verify the current status of laws and protections in your area, as they can change and are subject to interpretation and enforcement.