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NJ LGBTQ Democratic Caucus: Happy Pride June 1, 2021, 2:35 pm | in
Happy Pride
On behalf of our members and elected officials, we wish you Happy Pride! This season, we have so much to be thankful for.
From making diversity in their administration a top priority to signing key bills into law, Governor Phil Murphy and Lt. Governor Shelia Oliver have shown that they have the backs of the LGBTQ+ community in New Jersey. Highlights include bills such as S478 ScaAca (2R) “Babs Siperstein Law”, LGBTQ+ inclusive curriculum, and the Ban on “Gay and Trans Panic” Legal Defense. In addition, they have established an open-door policy to the LGBTQ+ community such as hosting Pride, roundtable events, and LGBTQ appointments in key positions.
March 16, 2021, 11:51 am | in
As members of the LGBTQ community, we need legislative champions at the table, simply voting the right way is not good enough anymore. For us, there is no doubt that as a New Jersey State Senator, Valerie Vainieri Huttle would continue to lift our voices even higher.
We know our friends not just by their words but by their actions. And there are few New Jersey Legislators out there who have been as strong of an ally as Valerie Huttle. Valerie has been fought tirelessly, showing a devotion to protecting and uplifting our community when few would.
NJ LGBTQ Leaders Applaud Biden Levine Appointment January 22, 2021, 11:01 am | in
President Biden has nominated Dr. Rachel Levine to serve as Assistant HHS Secretary for Health. A deeply experienced public servant and public health expert, she is poised to become the first openly transgender federal official to be confirmed by the U.S. Senate.
“The Historic choice and nomination of Dr. Rachel Levine to be Assistant Secretary for Health in the Department of Health and Human Services is brilliant on many levels,” stated Lauren Albrecht, Chair of New Jersey Democratic LGBTQ Caucus and Co-Chair NJ LGBTQ+ for Biden.
“The Biden Administration appointments truly reflect the diversity of America, and we congratulate our neighbor next door,” said Joe Forte, Vice-Chair LGBTQ Caucus and Co-Chair NJ LGBTQ+ for Biden. “We wish Dr. Levine much success in her new role.”