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Name Change Law Causes Transgender Candidate to Be Removed From Ballot in Ohio
The law, enacted in 1995, effectively requires all transgender candidates to list their deadname in their petitions.
New Florida Bill Would Effectively End All Legal Recognition of Trans People
If enacted, the legislation would place Florida among the most oppressive regimes against trans individuals worldwide.
Maryland Community Holds Vigil for Trans Woman Killed in Anti-Trans Crime
“[We must] go forward in love, joy, and strength, as she would have wanted us to,” a friend said.
Ohio House Ends Vacation Early to Challenge Governor Veto of Anti-Trans Law
“Ultimately, I believe this is about protecting human life,” Ohio Gov. Mike DeWine said in his veto statement.
Gender-Affirming Care Ban for Trans Youth Goes Into Effect in West Virginia
“These hatemongers will giddily use the lives of children as their political playthings,” one advocate said.
Ohio Gov. Mike DeWine Vetoes Anti-Trans Bill
The bill would ban gender-affirming care for trans youth, and exclude trans individuals from a wide range of sports.
In Kentucky, LGBTQ Student Clubs Go Underground as SB 150 Goes Into Effect
One mother sought to start a Gay-Straight Alliance at her local school until Kentucky's “Don't Say Gay” bill came along.
GOP Congressman Traveled to Uganda to Give Speech Praising Anti-LGBTQ Law
The GOP lawmaker urged Ugandan leaders to “stand firm” against international opposition and condemnation of the law.
Federal Judge Blocks Idaho’s Gender-Affirming Care Ban From Taking Effect
“This victory is significant for Idaho transgender youth and their parents,” one advocate said.
Judge Refuses to Delay Trial on Alabama’s Gender-Affirming Care Ban for Minors
An appeals court hearing on the case is set to be heard in April.