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Washington’s Republican gubernatorial candidate Dave Reichert has history of voting against LGBTQ+ rights

The former congressman and sheriff consistently opposed protections for LGBTQ+ people.

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Trans healthcare, abortion, & more: These are the LGBTQ+ laws that took effect January 1

Here are the biggest pieces of legislation for bodily autonomy that are now in the law of the land.

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Rhode Island advances law protecting doctors who provide abortions & gender-affirming care

Eleven years (to the day) after passing marriage equality, Rhode Island lawmakers took another notable step to protect LGBTQ+ health care.

Texas

Texas AG Ken Paxton won't leave trans people alone, again requests data from out of state

Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton has once again requested medical records from a transgender health care provider in another state, despite having no legal jurisdiction.

Health

Here are the states that have laws protecting abortion and gender-affirming care

These states have taken the step to protect bodily autonomy.

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Politics

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.

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Election

How pro-LGBTQ+ is Tim Walz, Kamala Harris' vice president pick? His record speaks for itself

The Minnesota governor's LGBTQ+ support started long before his time in politics.

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Over 90% of trans youth live in states pushing anti-trans legislation: report

Ninety-three percent of transgender youth ages 13 to 17 — approximately 280,300 children — live in states that have considered or enacted laws restricting their rights.

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Election

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Washington’s Republican gubernatorial candidate Dave Reichert has history of voting against LGBTQ+ rights

The former congressman and sheriff consistently opposed protections for 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.

Trans healthcare, abortion, & more: These are the LGBTQ+ laws that took effect January 1

Here are the biggest pieces of legislation for bodily autonomy that are now in the law of the land.

Rhode Island advances law protecting doctors who provide abortions & gender-affirming care

Eleven years (to the day) after passing marriage equality, Rhode Island lawmakers took another notable step to protect LGBTQ+ health care.

Texas AG Ken Paxton won't leave trans people alone, again requests data from out of state

Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton has once again requested medical records from a transgender health care provider in another state, despite having no legal jurisdiction.

Here are the states that have laws protecting abortion and gender-affirming care

These states have taken the step to protect bodily autonomy.

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'Turn up the love:' San Francisco becomes a sanctuary city for transgender people

"Our city has been and will continue to be a sanctuary and a beacon for our transgender and gender non-conforming siblings,” Supervisor Rafael Mandelman said.

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.

How pro-LGBTQ+ is Tim Walz, Kamala Harris' vice president pick? His record speaks for itself

The Minnesota governor's LGBTQ+ support started long before his time in politics.

19 States Plan to Offer Refuge to Trans Youth & Families

The states have plans to protect these families from penalties for seeking gender-affirming health care.

Minnesota Governor to Sign Bills Safeguarding Gender-Affirming Care, Abortion

Minnesota Democratic Gov. Tim Walz is also expected to sign a bill banning conversion therapy.

Over 90% of trans youth live in states pushing anti-trans legislation: report

Ninety-three percent of transgender youth ages 13 to 17 — approximately 280,300 children — live in states that have considered or enacted laws restricting their rights.

Seattle Hospital Sues Texas AG Over Demand for Trans Care Info

The famously anti-LGBTQ+ Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton had demanded to know if Seattle Children's Hospital had provided gender-affirming care to any Texans.

Not just state pride — Why LGBTQ+ Minnesotans are 'overly proud' of Tim Walz (exclusive)

Minnesota's leading LGBTQ+ groups tell The Advocate what a Walz vice presidency could mean for queer communities.

It's now illegal for Minnesota libraries to ban LGBTQ+ books under this new law

The North Star State has officially banned book bans.

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.

Russian Man Denied Job for Looking 'Gay' Awarded Money in Legal Case

LLC Hardcore, which denied a man a job based on his appearance, has been forced to compensate him.

Connecticut courts LGBTQ+ Floridians as Florida scrubs travel info

The campaign comes after Florida removed LGBTQ+ travel information from its tourism agency website amidst the state's continued crackdown on LGBTQ+ residents.

Media Matters Sues Far-Right Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton

In a pivotal legal battle over free speech, Media Matters confronts Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton in federal court, alleging unconstitutional retaliation in response to their reporting on social media platform X.

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The former congressman and sheriff consistently opposed protections for LGBTQ+ people.

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.

Here are the biggest pieces of legislation for bodily autonomy that are now in the law of the land.

Eleven years (to the day) after passing marriage equality, Rhode Island lawmakers took another notable step to protect LGBTQ+ health care.

Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton has once again requested medical records from a transgender health care provider in another state, despite having no legal jurisdiction.

These states have taken the step to protect bodily autonomy.

"Our city has been and will continue to be a sanctuary and a beacon for our transgender and gender non-conforming siblings,” Supervisor Rafael Mandelman said.

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.

The Minnesota governor's LGBTQ+ support started long before his time in politics.

The bill could have far ranging impacts in Tennessee and outside of the state, and could be broadly used to target health care professionals across state lines.

The states have plans to protect these families from penalties for seeking gender-affirming health care.

Minnesota Democratic Gov. Tim Walz is also expected to sign a bill banning conversion therapy.

Ninety-three percent of transgender youth ages 13 to 17 — approximately 280,300 children — live in states that have considered or enacted laws restricting their rights.

The famously anti-LGBTQ+ Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton had demanded to know if Seattle Children's Hospital had provided gender-affirming care to any Texans.

Minnesota's leading LGBTQ+ groups tell The Advocate what a Walz vice presidency could mean for queer communities.

The North Star State has officially banned book bans.

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

LLC Hardcore, which denied a man a job based on his appearance, has been forced to compensate him.

The campaign comes after Florida removed LGBTQ+ travel information from its tourism agency website amidst the state's continued crackdown on LGBTQ+ residents.

In a pivotal legal battle over free speech, Media Matters confronts Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton in federal court, alleging unconstitutional retaliation in response to their reporting on social media platform X.