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TN House Passes Bill Letting Clerks Refuse Marriage Licenses to LGBTQ Couples
The bill is a direct challenge to federal marriage equality protections.
CPAC Speakers Made “Genocidal” Comments Against Trans Community, Observers Warn
The GOP has the goal of “pushing trans people out of public life and eradicating transness,” says ACLU's Chase Strangio.
Religious Groups Are Challenging SCOTUS Ruling Against LGBTQ Discrimination
The plaintiffs are seeking religious exemption from hiring LGBTQ employees.
Gender-Affirming Care Ban in KY Could Have “Deadly Consequences,” Experts Warn
The bill passed the Republican-controlled state House of Representatives on Thursday with a veto-proof majority.
Iowa Republicans Propose Amendment That Would Ban Same-Sex Marriages
The proposal is unlikely to pass, as a majority of the state’s residents support preserving marriage equality.
Nebraska Democrat Vows to Filibuster All Bills Until Anti-Trans Bill Is Defeated
If the anti-trans bill advances, Democratic state Sen. Machaela Cavanaugh has vowed to “make it painful for everyone."
Social Media Users Could Be Sued for Defamation Under Florida’s Anti-Press Bill
Evidence affirming factual bigotry couldn't be used in a person's defense if they're sued under the terms of the bill.
Mississippi and Tennessee GOP Move to Ban Lifesaving Health Care for Trans Youth
Advocates say criminalizing gender-affirming care is a direct assault on the physical and mental health of trans youth.
Right-Wing Attacks on Trans Health Care Rely on Ableist Logic
To resist state-level attacks on trans health care, we also need to tackle ableism.
Legislative “War Against LGBTQ People” Is Underway, New Report Warns
Hundreds of anti-LGBTQ+ bills have already been introduced across the U.S. this year.