Kalamazoo Commission Opposes HB 4770, 4771, & 5039

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KALAMAZOO, Mich. – In Lansing, there’s a bill making the rounds that would take away rights approved by local voters.

House Bill 5039 would make it illegal for local governments to specifically protect gays and lesbians from discrimination. That essentially would void non-discrimination ordinances on the books in several cities across Michigan, including Kalamazoo. 

On Monday night, in front of a packed house, the Kalamazoo City Commission unanimously passed a resolution to oppose that bill. The passage of that resolution brought forth an explosion of applause, now the hope is that Lansing will pay attention to Kalamazoo and other cities that are displeased with House Bill 5039.

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