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Politics

Florida House Passes 3 Bills to Restrict LGBTQ+ Rights

The bills targeted gender-affirming care, drag shows, and bathroom access for trans people.

Michele Rayner
Politics

Lesbian Florida Candidate Michele Rayner Ends Congressional Bid

In the Florida legislature, Rayner has been a vocal advocate for LGBTQ+ rights and a critic of the state's "don't say gay" law. She'll now run for reelection for her state House seat.

Rep. Michele Rayner-Goolsby and Rep. Angie Nixon
Politics

'Thunderdome of Hate': Florida House Debates Slew of Anti-LGBTQ+ Bills

Lawmakers debated bills restricting drag, bathroom access, and gender-affirming care.

Shane, state Sen. Jones, activist Livingston
News

LGBTQ+ Voices Fight Florida’s Oppression of Trans Youth

Hundreds of parents, children, and advocates gathered at the Florida Capitol on Monday to protest a wave of anti-LGBTQ+ bills that have been proposed in the state.

Kaylee Tuck
Transgender

Florida House Passes Trans-Exclusionary Sports Bill, Sends to Senate

Florida is advancing the bill amid threats of repercussions from the NCAA.

Gay Rep. Carlos Smith and other Democratic Reps
News

Florida 'Don't Say Gay' Just Passed in House After Emotional Debate

The state's House voted 69-47 in favor of the bill. 

Ron DeSantis on Don't Say Gay Signing
Law

Fla. Gov. DeSantis Signs Historic 'Don't Say Gay Bill,' Enabling Hate

The much derided bill has now become law. 

Michele Rayner
Politics

Out Florida Rep Seeks to Repeal State's Ban on Same-Sex Marriage

The ban may be unenforceable now, but things could change, so Rep. Michele Rayner wants to get it off the state's books.