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Romer v. Evans
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| Romer v. Evans | |
| Court | Supreme Court of the United States |
|---|---|
| Citation | |
| Date decided | May 20, 1996 |
| Appealed from | Colorado Supreme Court |
Facts
Roy Romer (1928 - ) was a Governor of Colorado (1987 - 1999).
In the 1990s, cities across the United States had started passing ordinances to protect LGB residents to protect them in housing, education, public accommodations, and health services. In opposition to this state, in 1992, the citizens of Colorado approved a referendum ("Amendment 2") to reverse course.
LGBT and allies sued Romer to invalidate Amendment 2.Procedural History
LGBT and allies sued Romer to invalidate Amendment 2.
Holding
Amendment 2 (repealing LGBT protections) wasn't rationally related to a legitimate state purpose.
Amendment 2 violates the Equal Protection Clause of the 14th Amendment.Comments
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