Human Rights almost defines protection for all

Virginia Human Rights Act Virginia Code Chapter 39It is the policy of the Commonwealth of Virginia: To safeguard all individuals within the Commonwealth from unlawful discrimination because of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, pregnancy, childbirth or related medical conditions, age, marital status or disability, in places of public accommodation, including educational institutions and in real estate transactions; n employment; to preserve the public safety, health and general welfare; and to further the interests, rights and privileges of individuals within the Commonwealth; and to protect citizens of the Commonwealth against unfounded charges of unlawful discrimination.

Unlawful Discriminatory Practice Defined Conduct which violates any Virginia or federal Statute or regulation governing discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, pregnancy, childbirth or related medical conditions, age, martial status or disability.

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Just curious, does that mean that buisnesses can refuse to hire someone based on sexual preference?  Nowhere above does it mention that.  It does however mention that marital status is prtected under this act. 

Marital Status is defined as: n : the condition of being married or unmarried (dictionary.com)

As of now, the Va registered voters may see an option on Gay Marrage on the ballot on the upcoming election.  The state has voted to not recognize Civil Unions of Gay couples.  Now the decision is up to the public.  If the bills is passed to not recognize these unions, will the state change their Viriginia Human Rights Act to also include homosexuality? 

Just something to think about.

-Richard Stogoski