LGBTQ+ rights

The inquiry, announced by the U.S. Department of Justice on Thursday, will also “assess” whether the 35 school districts around the state, plus Chicago’s largest charter school network, allow transgender students to use single-sex bathrooms or participate in competitive sports. #doj #schools #gender

“I am truly honored to have earned her endorsement, and I look forward to joining her fight in Washington, D.C.” #endorsement #senate

Parker, a nationally recognized human rights advocate and nonprofit executive, will assume the role on Nov. 17, following a national search. She succeeds in a pivotal moment for LGBTQ+ rights in Illinois and across the country. #equality

These measures come as the office experiences a significant rise in public demand for Vital Records, especially birth certificates and marriage licenses, amidst growing national uncertainty about legal and civil rights protections.