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Parent sues employer for denying insurance coverage to transgender son

News Release, Published: 
Thursday, October 5, 2017
The ACLU of Washington today filed a civil rights lawsuit against PeaceHealth, a Catholic healthcare organization, on behalf of Cheryl Enstad and her teenage son, Pax, for denying coverage under its health benefits plan for medically necessary surgery to Pax simply because of who he is. The suit says that PeaceHealth’s policy of refusing to cover medical care required by transgender people is discrimination and violates federal and state law.
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Statement on Blomstrom v. Tripp

News Release, Published: 
Thursday, October 5, 2017
The Supreme Court of Washington issued an opinion in Blomstrom, et al. v. Tripp that reaffirms the constitutional right to privacy enshrined in the Washington State Constitution.
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Pushed out, kicked out: Stories from families with special education students in Washington

Published: 
Monday, October 2, 2017
Christian: Punished and forced into online school for taking too long in the restroom
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Race & Equity Resources

Published: 
Friday, September 29, 2017
Confronting racism. Resources for allies and activists.
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People Power FAQ

Published: 
Friday, September 29, 2017
Questions and answers about ACLU People Power
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Voting Rights FAQ

Published: 
Friday, September 29, 2017
Questions and answers on voting rights in Washington
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How much do you know about student rights? Take the quiz!

Published: 
Wednesday, September 27, 2017
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