Connecticut
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Connecticut Resource List
A streamlined list of GLAD's primary referrals to LGBTQ and HIV support services and organizations within Connecticut, grouped by the type of services provided. Areas include: civil rights, general legal services, LGBT community centers, general health, HIV/AIDS, domestic violence/sexual assault, youth/schools, transgender and immigration.
- Connecticut: Protecciones Legales Para las Personas Transgenero
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Connecticut: Legal Protections for Transgender People
Describes the protections transgender people have in Connecticut now that "gender identity or expression" has been added to all the anti-discrimination laws.
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CT: 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 Connecticut.
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CT: 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 Connecticut.
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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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FAQ Regarding the Statements of the U.S. Department of Justice Regarding DOMA Section 3
In February 2011 the US Department of Justice announced they would no longer defend DOMA, this publication addresses the implications of the DOJ's decision.
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How to Change the Last Name on Your Passport
How to change the last name on your passport using your marriage or civil union certificate.
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How to Get Married in Connecticut
A guide explaining both how to get married in Connecticut and addressing issues that might arise for LGBT people looking to get married.
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Legal Issues for Non-Massachusetts Same-Sex Couples Who Married in Massachusetts
The repeal of the "1913" law took away residency requirements for civil marriage in Massachusetts, this publication addresses issues that may arise for those who marry in MA but do not live there.
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Marriage Tips and Traps
Addresses the trickier, more technical aspects that LGBT persons should be aware of in relation to marriage. This guide includes discussion on divorce.
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Navigating Income Taxes for Married Same-Sex Couples
Provides information for discussing the complicated issue of income-tax with a qualified professional.
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Tax Time and Preserving Your Federal Rights
Describes the steps you can take to preserve tax refunds that DOMA has prevented because you are not able to file as married.
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Taxes on Employment Benefits for Same-Sex Spouses
Examines possible taxes on employment benefits for same-sex spouses.
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The Rights of Students in Connecticut Public Schools
A discussion of the rights of public school students in Connecticut.
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US Passport Name Change Manual
A technical manual for attorneys to successfully make name changes to passports.
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Warning for Same-Sex Binational Couples
Addresses an array of complications that may arise for same-sex, binational couples.
- Why BLAG’s Arguments Defending DOMA Don’t Work