Republicans oppose Equality Act over lack of 'religious liberty protections' and concerns about privacy of women
Why is GOP opposing Equality Act? Lack of 'religious liberty protections', privacy of women concern RepublicansOn Febrary 25, the House passed the Equality Act, bringing protections for the LGBTQ community one step closer to reality. The historic act was passed with a 224-206 majority, with three Republicans -- Reps. John Katko, Tom Reed, and Brian Fitzpatrick -- breaking ranks to vote for the bill. The act is an amendment to the Civil Rights Ac…