We had a number of transgender rights stories come across the wires today – enjoy!
USA: President Obama says he will sign an executive order to ban workplace discrimination against federal employees based on their gender identity. full story
USA: At the same time, Labor Department Secretary Ton Perez announced that non-discrimination protections will be extended to transgender employees.full story
USA, California: A new law that took effect yesterday will make it easier for transgender Californians to change their name and gender on state documents. full story
USA, Texas: A transgender woman in Austin was turned away from a lingerie store. full story
