Charlotte Refuses To Repeal LGBT-Rights Ordinance Despite HB2

"We cannot compromise on basic human rights," says Mayor Jennifer Roberts.
From: NewNowNext

 The city council of Charlotte, North Carolina, says it won’t vote to repeal its LGBT-inclusive anti-discrimination ordinance, even though it’s in violation of state law.

The Charlotte Observer reports state lawmakers offered to modify HB2, the Public Facilities Privacy & Security Act, if the council repealed Ordinance 7056, which bans discrimination based on sexual orientation or gender identity in public accommodations in Charlotte.

 In addition to denying trans people the right to use the bathroom matching their gender identity, HB2 prohibits local municipalities from passing civil rights protections not included in state law, which only covers race, religion, color, national origin, age, biological sex and handicap.

The council had considered discussing the offer at a meeting last night, but officials announced Monday it would not be on the agenda after all.

“We cannot compromise on basic human rights. Any repeal of LGBT protections is bad for business, bad for Charlotte’s future,” tweeted Mayor Jennifer Roberts, a supporter of Ordinance 7056.