Dear MEGA Supporter,

Today, something extraordinary happened.  President Obama signed the Matthew Shepard and James Byrd, Jr. Hate Crimes Prevention Act into law!

This is a huge victory — and one that would not have been possible without the activism of millions of people who fought for the passage of this bill. After more than a decade, the inclusive hate crimes bill we've fought so hard for has been signed by the president into law.

This is the first time ANY federal equality measure protecting LGBT rights has become law. 

The Matthew Shepard and James Byrd, Jr. Hate Crimes Prevention Act will provide critical federal resources to state and local agencies to equip local officers with the tools they need to prosecute hate crimes and give LGBT people recourse when they are victims of violent attacks.

Federally, we are on a positive course to pass the Employment Nondiscrimination Act, and to repeal "Don't Ask, Don't Tell" and the Defense of Marriage Act. These federal measures are critical in our efforts toward full equality. But, rest assured, we will not forget all there is to do to keep the LGBT residents of Georgia safe and free from discrimination.

Take this day to celebrate our huge victory for equality!

Best wishes, 

Kathy Kelly

Executive Director

MEGA Family Project

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