New York state could get more gay friendly!
Legislation aimed at banning bullying in public schools, including harassment based on sexual orientation, has been quietly introduced in the State Senate.The legislation, which includes language protecting transgender students and teachers, has been a priority of advocates for gay and lesbian rights but was ignored for nearly a decade in the Senate.
Republicans introduced the bill this week, but no sponsor was listed.
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The legislation would require training to help teachers recognize and respond to bullying and require schools to keep track of bullying cases, including incidents in which students are harassed for their sexual orientation.
If passed, New York would become the 12th state with such a lavender friendly measure.
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Are you guys talking about DASA??? The Dignity for All Students Act? The bill that the assembly has passed 8 years in a row.
If so, hooray!!! If not, could you please tell us more about this exact bill?
Thanks!