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Florida Judge Cites ‘Transgender Ideology’ in Ruling Siding with Teacher Fired for Misgendering Trans Student

“Advocates of transgenderism can be as doctrinaire as religious zealots these days,” the judge wrote in his decision, along with misgendering the student as well.

Challenge to Florida’s ‘Don’t Say Gay’ Law Thrown Out by Judge

The Trump-appointed judge left open the chance the case could be refiled.

​Ron DeSantis Set to Expand ‘Don’t Say Gay’ Law to All Grades in Florida​

It comes almost a year after he signed the current "don't say gay" law.

Miami-Dade School Board Considering LGBTQ+ History Month Recognition

Prospects for passage of the recognition are slim in light of state’s “don’t say gay” law.

Disney Warns of Punishing Businesses for ‘Disfavored Views’ in Lawsuit Against Florida's Ron DeSantis

Disney alleges a retaliatory takeover of its governing district following its opposition to Florida's “don’t say gay” law.

Florida students allowed to talk about sexual orientation, gender identity after 'don't say gay' settlement

A legal settlement established that certain discussions of sexual orientation and gender identity are absolutely permitted in Florida schools.

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Mike Johnson’s ‘Don’t Say Gay’ Legislation Opposed by Americans: Survey

A new Data for Progress poll highlights the nation’s split views on a controversial “don’t say gay or trans” bill, as more of Mike Johnson’s record comes under scrutiny.

Florida Legislator Aims to Expand ‘Don’t Say Gay’ Law

Rep. Adam Anderson's bill would expand the schools and grades covered by "don't say gay" and would not let schools use students' preferred pronouns if they differ from the sex assigned at birth.

LGBTQ+ Groups & Florida Families Sue Over “Don’t Say Gay” Law

Lambda Legal, Southern Poverty Law Center, and others filed a suit against what they say is Florida's harmful anti-LGBTQ+ law.

Miami School Board Rejects Sex Ed Textbooks Over Don’t Say Gay Law

The Miami school board reversed an earlier decision in April to approve the textbooks.

Tulsi Gabbard Thinks Fla.'s 'Don’t Say Gay' Law Doesn’t Go Far Enough

Gabbard appears to advocate eliminating the discussion of sex and gender from schools entirely.

Florida Students Limited to Excerpts of Shakespeare Due to 'Sexual' Themes

Florida’s “don’t say gay” law is now depriving students of accessing some of the most read works in the English language.

This Florida county spent $800k to show its support for LGBTQ+ people

Broward County’s $800,000 investment in a Rose Parade float was a symbol of inclusivity and diversity, challenging Florida’s current political climate.

Drag Queen Event at Florida School Nixed Over 'Inappropriateness'

Before this year the student group had hosted the same event twice without a problem.

Could Florida’s ‘Don’t Say Gay’ Law Go Nationwide?

Florida’s bill seems to have inspired a flurry of similar anti-LGBTQ+ legislation in statehouses around the country.

Lawmaker Behind Florida’s ‘Don’t Say Gay’ Law Indicted by Feds

Joe Harding is in a lot of trouble.

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​Florida Extends ‘Don’t Say Gay’ Law Through High School Graduation​

Now no student in a Florida public school will be taught about the existence of LGBTQ+ people or other gender identities until after they graduate from high school.

Florida school districts still try to protect LGBTQ+ students despite ‘don’t say gay’ law

In response to restrictive state laws, districts including Leon County are adopting guidelines to support LGBTQ+ students.

Florida School District Bans All LGBTQ+ Books From K-8 Libraries

The policy appears at odds with “don’t say gay” laws, but the district claims there’s a loophole.

Will Florida Teachers Still Be Punished for Teaching AP Psychology?

Advocacy groups demand assurances faculty won’t face retribution because of Florida’s "don’t say gay" law.

Ron DeSantis and Disney reach settlement in suit over governing control

The Central Florida Tourism Oversight District approves a settlement over control of Walt Disney World’s governing district, signaling an end to the two-year-long clash between Ron DeSantis and Disney.