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Federal Judge Blocks Arkansas Law Targeting Books & Librarians

Again the judiciary stands in the way of GOP attempts to erase LGBTQ+ people.

16 Republican AGs threaten Maine over protections for trans care and abortion

Sixteen state attorneys general say they may sue if Maine passes a law shielding providers of gender-affirming care and abortion from out-of-state legal action.

Intersex People Can No Longer Be Sidelined in the LGBTQ+ Movement

Intersex people make up nearly 2 percent of the population -- why are their lives so often invisible?

Disney Censors Same-Sex Affection in Pixar Films, Employees Say

An open letter to Disney from employees claims the company regularly reduces LGBTQ+ content to "crumbs," despite its pledge to create "a more inclusive world" through inspiring content.

Here Are the 21 States Trying to Ban Gender-Affirming Care

Bills seeking to restrict gender-affirming care have been introduced in 21 states so far this year — and in one of those, Utah, a bill has become law.

Texas Is Now the Most Populous State With a Trans Health Care Ban: Here’s the Full List

As of Friday, gender dysphoria can’t be treated medically by physicians in Texas if the patient is a minor.

WATCH: Ted Cruz Lashes Out at 'Radical Gay Marriage Agenda'

The Texas Senator called marriage equality 'illegitimate' at his first stop in Iowa since announcing his presidential candidacy.

Texas Is Latest and Largest State to Ban Gender-Affirming Care for Trans Youth

Republican Gov. Greg Abbott signed a bill to this effect into law Friday.

Indiana Lawmakers Override Governor to Enact Anti-Trans Sports Law

The ACLU of Indiana has already filed suit against the new law.

How American Classrooms Are Being Censored in 2023: Report

Amid electoral rebukes for Moms for Liberty, a recent report highlights a disturbing rise in state legislatures imposing restrictions on LGBTQ+ discussions in schools, affecting educators and students nationwide.

Utah Legislature Passes Anti-Trans Bill, Republican Gov. Vows to Veto

Gov. Spencer Cox, who also opposed such legislation last year, promises to veto the last-minute attempt.

Indiana Lawmakers Pass Anti-Trans Sports Bill, Send to Governor

Gov. Eric Holcomb seems likely to sign the bill, which civil rights advocates call hateful and harmful.

Bobby Jindal Drops Out of Republican Presidential Race

The Louisiana governor competed heavily for social conservatives with a message about 'religious freedom.'

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.

Louisiana Anti-Trans Sports Bill Will Become Law

Gov. John Bel Edwards opposes the measure, but he will neither sign nor veto it, as his veto would be overridden, he said.

10 States That Passed the Worst Anti-LGBTQ+ Laws in 2023

2023 was a record year for anti-LGBTQ+ legislation at the state level. Here's a look at the worst of many heinous bills.

Utah’s GOP Gov. Vetoes Anti-Trans Bill, Cites Trans Youth Suicides

"I don't understand what [trans student athletes] are going through or why they feel the way they do. But I want them to live," Utah Gov. Spencer Cox wrote in a letter explaining his decision.

GOP State Platforms Display Pervasive Antigay Bias

The GOP in states has tough language not only on marriage equality, but also on adoption, workplace discrimination and more -- painting LGBT people as delivering the downfall of society.

Over 20 Republican-led states are challenging Biden admin's LGBTQ-inclusive Title IX rule

The Department of Education says sex discrimination includes anti-LGBTQ+ discrimination. More than 20 Republican attorney generals disagree.

More Than 100K Transgender Youth Live in States Impacted by Restrictive Laws: Study

The study also found that almost 150,000 trans youth live in states that protect transgender rights.