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Utah House votes down bill banning Pride flags in classrooms

Detractors said the bill was vaguely worded and violated the rights of teachers.

State Farm Cowers to Right Wing, Ends LGBTQ+ Support in Fla. Schools

The company initially said the project supporting LGBTQ+ youth would be "a fantastic way to give back" and "help support the LGBTQ+ community."

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AG William Barr Says There Should Be Opt-Outs for LGBTQ Curriculum

During a speech at the University of Notre Dame, the current attorney general made his anti-LGBTQ sentiments clear. 

Illinois Mandates LGBTQ Inclusion in Public School Curricula

Illinois is the fifth state to require that schools teach about the contributions of LGBTQ people.

What states are the best for LGBTQ+ people? These are the top 15

Based on laws surrounding marriage, family rights, health care, and education, here are the 15 best states for LGBTQ+ people.

Washington makes school curriculum more 'inclusive' by adding LGBTQ+ history

When students "feel a connection to what they’re learning, they do better," said Democratic Sen. Marko Liias.

The Gay Pastor Fighting for LGBTQ Lessons at a Calif. School District

Pastor Casey Tinnin and numerous young people struck back against homophobia in a small California town.

Michelangelo's 'David' May Have Led to Florida Principal's Ouster

Hope Carrasquilla was forced to resign from a charter school after giving an art lesson that included the famous nude statue.

New Jersey Mayor Calls LGBTQ Movement 'Affront to Almighty God'

A new state law requiring an LGBTQ-inclusive public school curriculum has Mayor Alfonso Cirulli's hackles up.

GOP Candidate Slams LGBTQ+ and ‘Sodomy’ Education In Schools

Jack Ciattarelli, a candidate in New Jersey's gubernatorial race, delivered an anti-LGBTQ+ speech to a crowd at a gun range. 

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.

New Jersey Schools Begin LGBTQ-Inclusive Curriculum

Twelve schools have kicked off the pilot program, which will go into effect statewide this fall.

North Carolina Republican Lawmakers Introduce 'Don't Say Gay' Bill

The bill would require school employees to potentially out students to their parents. 

The South's Longer Wait for Equality

While steps toward marriage equality come fast and furious, the South drags its feet.

Illinois Senate Votes to Require LGBT History Curriculum in Schools

If the bill passes the House and is signed by the governor, it would make Illinois the second state with such a mandate. 

Which states teach LGBTQ+ topics in school? Here are the 7 states with inclusive curricula

In a time when queer education is under attack, few states have instead opted to protect it.

Seattle Might Rename One of Their Schools After Marsha P. Johnson

A resolution was passed by the Seattle School Board to revamp its policies and curriculum so LGBTQ+ youth and identity are affirmed citywide. 

Maryland Parents Ask Judge to Allow Students to Avoid LGBTQ+ Books

The parents say that if their children have to read books about or by LGBTQ+ people, that would violate their rights to religious freedom.

Scotland Set to Become First Country With LGBTQ Rights Curriculum

Scotland is poised to make history with a curriculum that includes LGBTQ rights and history, homophobia, and transphobia.