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Judge Blocks FL’s Ban on Gender-Affirming Care for Trans Residents on Medicaid
The ban on gender-affirming care for trans Medicaid patients wasn't a "fair analysis of the evidence," the judge said.
Arkansas Ban on Gender-Affirming Care for Youth Is Unconstitutional, Judge Says
The ban "undermined the interests" of trans youth in the state, the judge wrote in his ruling.
Survey: 61% of LGBTQ People Have Avoided a Public Space Due to Fear of Violence
Eighty-nine percent say federal protections are needed as anti-LGBTQ bills proliferate in red states.
Wisconsin County Declares Itself a Sanctuary for Trans People
The resolution "draws a circle of safety and protection around trans people," its sponsor said.
Michigan Legislature Advances Bills to Ban Conversion Therapy in the State
The incredibly dangerous practice is currently banned in just 21 states and Washington, D.C.
Fed Judge Notes Transphobia as Factor in Florida’s Ban on Gender-Affirming Care
The ban on gender-affirming treatments for trans youth in the state likely violates the Constitution, the judge wrote.
Poll: Support for Gay Marriage Is at All Time High Despite Right-Wing Attacks
A record 71 percent of Americans say same sex couples should enjoy the same rights as straight ones.
Fleeing Home Due to Anti-LGBTQ Hostility Is Heartbreaking. I Know Because I Did.
I share in the grief, determination and hope of all the LGBTQ+ people fleeing their homes due to legislative attacks.
Montana Library Cancels Transgender Native American Author’s Event Over Drag Ban
The speaker, Adria Jawort, is a Two Spirit author who planned to discuss trans and indigenous history at the event.
More Than 530 Anti-LGBTQ Bills Have Been Proposed Across the Country in 2023
The U.S. soon could witness "the most substantial Pride celebrations in recent memory," one bill tracker said.