This document summarizes laws regarding adoption by LGBT parents in different U.S. states. It outlines that second parent adoption allows a same-sex partner to adopt their partner's child without terminating the first parent's rights. It lists states that currently allow second parent adoption for unmarried same-sex couples as well as some counties in other states that have granted it. It also lists states with laws limiting adoption for unmarried LGBT individuals/couples, though married same-sex couples have the same stepparent adoption rights as other married couples. The document provides an overview of adoption policies for LGBT parents across the United States.