The Shawnee City Council is expected to vote Monday on a nondiscrimination ordinance that would protect sexual orientation, gender identity and pregnant women from discrimination.
So many residents packed the council’s chamber that seats had to be added. More than 40 people signed up to speak, allotted five minutes each.
Those in support of the law, said people should be protected regardless of their gender identity, sexual orientation or familial status.
Opponents said Shawnee is already welcoming, the law is unnecessary, and opens up businesses for costly litigation.
(Read more: KMBC.com)