The National Center for Transgender Equality (NCTE) is a 501(c)3 social justice organization dedicated to advancing the equality of transgender people through advocacy, collaboration and empowerment.

Congress Held First Ever Hearing on Transgender Issues

The US House of Representatives held America's first Congressional Hearing on transgender issues. The hearing, "An Examination of Discrimination Against Transgender Americans in the Workplace," on Thursday, June 26, 2008. Congressman Rob Andrews (D-NJ) called the hearing as Chairman of the Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions (HELP) subcommittee of the Committee on Education and Labor.

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You can read the testimony of the witnesses on our website by clicking here.

"I am really proud of the role that NCTE played in getting us to this historical day. This is not only an opportunity to be truly heard by our fellow Americans, it will help to build the foundation for significant changes in federal laws protecting transgender people from discrimination," notes Mara Keisling, Executive Director of NCTE.

• Vist their website for more information on the Committee on Education and Labor
• Read our blog for more information, including answers to frequently asked questions about the process
• Visit our Congressional Hearing page for more information

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