The perpetrator of a hate crime doesn't target a specific victim, but rather targets the person belonging to a larger community based on race or other factors.
Supporters of the legislation say the lack of such a law is hurting Wyoming's economy, while opponents say the bill is too vague and may open up employers to bogus lawsuits.
Two years ago, Terri Yeadon's son was a freshman. A student uttered a racial epithet and punched him in the face so hard he needed stitches and surgery.
The ordinance would make it illegal to fire employees or refuse to provide housing or other services on the basis of sexual orientation or gender identity.