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Marriage
Read more about the landmark Iowa Supreme Court case, Varnum vs. Brien, that brought marriage equality to Iowa. You can also get a better idea of terminology and find tips to make getting your marriage license go more smoothly.

Civil Rights
Find out about Iowa's long history of civil rights, browse frequently asked questions and find out how you can report harassment or discrimination.

Safe Schools
Today, all students, regardless of their sexual orientation or gender identity, are protected in Iowa schools from bullying and harassment. Effective September 1, 2007, Iowa Code Chapter 280 requires both public and private schools to establish policies prohibiting harassment and bullying against students by employees, school volunteers, or other students.