Date: Thu, 9 Feb 1995 20:29:19 -0500 (EST) From: David Casti Subject: ACTION ALERT: MD Gay civil rights Submitted by: Gwen Andersen ADD SEXUAL ORIENTATION TO MD CIVIL RIGHTS LAWS Free State Justice Campaign, the Maryland state g/l/b civil rights organization, requests that you call your Maryland Delegate and ask them to vote and/or co-sponsor the Anti-Discrimination Bill of 1995, HB 213 being heard by the Committee for Commerce and Government Matters on Feb 16th at 1:30. This is the third year FSJC has tried to get this bill passed. This year it is a real possibility, but only if we call now. This bill would add sexual orientation to MD's civil rights laws, prohibiting discrimination against gays, lesbians and bisexuals in housing, employment, and public accomodations. These calls are CRITICAL and need to be made immediately. You do not have to leave your name or address, but you do need to tell them that you are in their district and do vote. If you have a story of discrimination, please call Jan at 410-381-2636 and leave your name and number if Jan's not there. If you have questions, including who your delegate is and her/his number, call Jan or call Bonnie Berger at 301-270-4089. Thanks - Yours in Activism, Jan Nyquist, Legislative Co-Chair FSJC