Pride parades took place throughout the country over the weekend, including in Baltimore.
Local leaders who attended the Baltimore event included Gov. Wes Moore and Mayor Brandon Scott.
Scott marked the occasion by signing a bill protecting LGBTQ+ individuals regardless of HIV or AIDS status, other characteristics or association with people who have those characteristics and status. The bill also prohibits the use of incorrect pronouns for people in employment, education, housing and other settings.
The Baltimore ordinance stands in stark contrast to laws that are being introduced and passed across the country that restrict, rather than protect, the rights of LGBTQ+ people.
Today on the show, a survey of legislation in Maryland and around the country that is targeted towards transgender citizens.
Midday's guests include Dr. Devon Ojeda of the National Center for Transgender Equality.
But first, Tom is joined by long-time advocate for LGBTQ+ rights, Sen. Mary Washington. She represents District 43 in the General Assembly, which includes parts of Baltimore City and Baltimore County.
Margo Quinlan and Jamie Grace Alexander, organizers with the Trans Rights Advocacy Coalition in Baltimore, join our panel, as well.
