Georgia Blocks Most Gender-Affirming Care for Trans Youth
Gov. Brian Kemp signed the bill Thursday.
March 25, 2023
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Two Americas for queer people: HRC report finds stark differences in LGBTQ+ rights at the state level
It was the worst year ever for anti-LGBTQ+ state legislation, but there were some significant victories.
January 30, 2024
VA State Senate Committee Kills Anti-LGBTQ+ Religious Freedom Bill
The bill failed in an 8-7 vote after passing the state's House of Delegates last week.
February 24, 2022
Idaho Republicans push bill that could label gay book characters 'sexually explicit'
On a day celebrating civil rights, Idaho’s House Committee on State Affairs moves to restrict LGBTQ+ literature in schools and libraries.
January 16, 2024
Tennessee Bans Trans Athletes From College Sports
The new law signed Friday builds on existing anti-trans laws in the state.
May 9, 2022
Kansas Passes Anti-Trans Sports Bill, Overriding Governor's Veto
The override of Gov. Laura Kelly's veto succeeded with the votes of most Republicans and one Democrat.
April 6, 2023
South Carolina Gov. Henry McMaster Signs Anti-Trans Sports Bill
The bill is similar to a number of anti-trans sports bills signed into law in GOP-led states across the country.
May 17, 2022
To Veto or Not to Veto: Ohio Governor Breaks Silence on Recently Passed Anti-LGBTQ+ Law
Republican Gov. Mike DeWine has less than two weeks to sign or veto the bill, which would ban gender-affirming care for minors and restrict transgender athletes.
December 20, 2023
Louisiana Republicans Overturn Veto on Gender-Affirming Care Ban
Gov. Edwards sustained his veto of two other anti-LGBTQ+ bills.
July 19, 2023
Tennessee Adds Three More Anti-LGBTQ+ Laws to Its Books
The state leads the nation in anti-LGBTQ+ legislation, "making it increasingly hostile and unlivable" for LGBTQ+ people, says the Human Rights Campaign.
May 19, 2023
Anti-Trans 'Bathroom Bill' Becomes Law in North Dakota
The bill signed by Gov. Doug Burgum restricts use of restrooms and other facilities in domestic violence shelters, college dorms, and correctional facilities.
April 28, 2023
Louisiana Again Approves Anti-Trans Sports Bill, Setting Up Veto Fight
Gov. John Bel Edwards vetoed a similar bill last year. He hasn't said what he'll do now.
May 24, 2022
Tennessee OK's Penalties for Schools That Violate Trans Athlete Ban
The measure signed by Republican Gov. Bill Lee lets the state withhold a portion of funding from schools that don't comply.
April 25, 2022
South Dakota Moves to Ban Discussion of Trans Identity in Schools
The House of Representatives voted to make the term "gender dysphoria" illegal in elementary schools -- it's just the latest assault on trans people in South Dakota.
February 13, 2019
Kansas Governor Vetoes Four Anti-Trans Bills; Republicans Will Try to Override
Democratic Gov. Laura Kelly said the bills, including a ban on gender-affirming care for minors, would strip away rights and hurt the state's economy.
April 21, 2023
Idaho Gov. Signs Anti-Trans 'Bathroom Bill,' Other Anti-LGBTQ+ Legislation
His action comes shortly after the signing of "bathroom bills" in Arkansas and Iowa.
March 27, 2023
Kentucky Lawmakers Override Governor's Veto of Anti-Trans Sports Bill
The measure takes effect immediately.
April 13, 2022
Ryan Walters’s latest gambit fails as critics outnumber supporters at Oklahoma education meeting
Local parents and LGBTQ+ advocates say the ultra-conservative politician is trying to silence criticism.
May 28, 2024
Amid 'Terrorism' Rhetoric, South Dakota Advances Anti-Trans Bills
The votes on sports and restroom bills came a few days after the governor's chief of staff likened trans students to terrorists.
February 2, 2022
Montana Pushes Anti-Trans Bills, Sets Up Battle With Biden Admin
House committees have advanced bills that would limit trans kids' participation in school sports and restrict their access to medical care.
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January 21, 2021
Tennessee Republicans pass bill allowing marriage discrimination toward same-sex couples
Despite marriage equality being the law of the land with significant support, the GOP continues to try to legislate LGBTQ+ people out of society.
February 15, 2024