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Texas Supreme Court Rejects Attempt to Block Ban on Youth Gender-Affirming Care
The coalition which sought to block the ban issued a statement on Thursday declaring that "the fight is far from over."
TN Prosecutor Threatens Pride Event With Enforcement of Blocked Anti-Drag Law
The Blount County district attorney says he can enforce the ban even though a judge ruled it unconstitutional.
California Attorney General Sues School District Over Anti-Trans Policies
The new policies violate "state laws safeguarding" student rights, state Attorney General Robert Bonta said.
Judge Allows Gender-Affirming Care Ban to Go Into Effect in Missouri
“This law will harm transgender Missourians,” the ACLU said in a statement.
Texas Ban on Youth Gender-Affirming Care Will Go Into Effect Amid Legal Battle
The ban will go into effect Sept. 1 as it awaits review by the Texas Supreme Court, blocking health care for trans kids.
Florida Board of Education Imposes Strict Anti-Trans Bathroom Disciplinary Rules
The new rules will require the termination of any employee who twice violates the anti-trans bathroom law.
Members of Largest Blind-Led Org in US Call for Moving 2024 Conference From FL
An open letter signed by National Federation of the Blind members and allies cited safety concerns for LGBTQ+ attendees.
Right-Wing Judges Are Allowing Alabama Trans Health Care Ban to Go Into Effect
Doctors or parents who administer puberty blockers or other hormonal therapy could face up to 10 years in prison.
Judge Blocks GA Ban on Hormones for Trans Youth Seeking Gender-Affirming Care
A "broad ban" on hormone treatment for trans kids isn't likely "to serve the state’s interest," the judge said.
LGBTQ Ally Shot and Killed for Defending Pride Flag in Front of Her Store
Lauri Carleton was “a pillar in [her] community [and] an immovable force in her values for equality, love, and justice.”