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U.S. Sen. Roger Marshall of Kansas introduces bill to deny transgender identity

The Republican's latest anti-LGBTQ+ effort would write a binary definition of sex into federal law.

Kansas Rep. Sharice Davids brings her intersectional experience as an LGBTQ+ Native American to Capitol Hill

She told The Advocate about how she sees her role as somebody representing so many who don’t often see themselves in power.

Kansas Democratic lawmaker who voted against transgender people loses primary election

Attacking the rights of transgender Americans doesn’t appear to be a winning strategy.

Gay waiter in Kansas gets hate and tears instead of a tip

Noah Bierig says he's using the incident to raise funds for a worthy cause.

Did you know most anti-LGBTQ+ legislation has failed? 'We're getting these wins'

While anti-LGBTQ+ bills are scary, we're doing better than you might think, Senior Manager of State Advocacy at the Trevor Project Gabby Doyle tells The Advocate.

Republican Sen. Roger Marshall seeks to block Biden ban on anti-trans discrimination in health care

The GOP senator doesn't think a ban on sex discrimination in health care should include gender identity, and he's making some baseless assertions to argue his case.

Moms for Liberty joins in suing Biden administration over Title IX protections for trans students

The extremist group joined one of the country’s most extreme attorneys general in suing the Biden-Harris administration over it’s protection of trans and nonbinary kids in school.

Kansas governor passes law requiring ID to view acts of 'homosexuality' online, vetoes anti-LGBTQ+ bill

Kansas will require state-issued ID to view "acts of homosexuality" beginning July 1, which is considered "harmful to minors" under state law.

Kansas Senate minority leader on recent anti-LGBTQ+ legislation: ‘It’s just filled with hate’

Two bills with ramifications for the state’s queer community have been sent to the governor for a signature.

Kansas bill requires ID to view material 'harmful to minors,' including 'acts of homosexuality'

The Kansas legislature has passed a bill that requires age verification to view "material harmful to minors," which includes "acts of homosexuality."

Libs of TikTok loses it after Kansas university participates in ‘Glitter Ash Wednesday’ event

Fort Hays State University’s LGBTQ+ inclusive Ash Wednesday event draws attention and backlash, highlighting the tension between religious observance and the push for inclusivity.

Kansas AG says schools must out trans kids to their parents — even without a law requiring it

Republican Attorney General Kris Kobach says concealing students' transition violates parental rights.

A lesbian couple was unwelcomed by their wedding venue. Now, they've been gifted one for free

Ali Waggy and Jessica Robinson have been gifted a wedding venue for free after being told the venue they had didn't approve of their relationship.

Kansas Library Removes LGBTQ+ Books in Order to Keep Lease

St. Marys Public Library yielded to city commission demands influenced by the Society of St. Pius X, an anti-LGBTQ+ group, which has sparked concerns over censorship of LGBTQ+ content.

Neo-Nazi Ex-Soldier Targets Drag Queen Story Hour in North Carolina

Previously, Jarrett William Smith was convicted of disturbing bomb-making instructions and was charged with encouraging the assassination of former presidential candidate Beto O'Rourke.

Democrats Introduce Bills to Create National LGBTQ+ History and Culture Museum

Legislation was introduced to establish a dedicated museum within the Smithsonian Institution, which garnered broad support from the Congressional Equality Caucus.

Kansas Librarians Sue After Being Fired Over Autism Display Mistaken for LGBTQ+ Support

They intended to support autism awareness and neurodiversity, but were fired because conservatives in town thought their colorful display supported the LGBTQ+ community.

Kansas Can Refuse to Change Trans Residents' Birth Certificates: Court

A federal judge agreed with Republican Attorney General Kris Kobach.

Trans Kansans Can Intervene in Lawsuit Over Driver's Licenses, Judge Rules

They can make their voices heard as the state's Republican attorney general seeks to deny them the right to change the gender marker on their licenses.

Kansas Judge Blocks Changes to Gender on Driver’s Licenses

The state’s Republican AG had sued the Democratic Governor, saying the practice violated new state law.

Kansas Republican AG Sues Democrat Governor Over Trans Driver's Licenses

The lawsuit claims the practice is in violation of new anti-trans law.