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Northam signs nondiscrimination bill into law

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Virginia Gov. Ralph Northam on Saturday signed a bill that adds sexual orientation and gender identity to the state’s nondiscrimination law. “This legislation sends a strong, clear message — Virginia is a place where all people are welcome to live, work, visit, and raise a family,” said Northam in a statement. “We are building an inclusive commonwealth where there is opportunity for everyone, and everyone is treated fairly.

No longer will LGBTQ Virginians have to fear being fired, evicted, or denied service in public places because of who they are.” The General Assembly approved the Virginia Values Act earlier this year.

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