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Trans and Nonbinary Lawmakers: Biden's Title IX Proposal Is Unacceptable

Allowing for exclusion of trans athletes in even limited cases is not OK, say 14 state legislators.

Montana Advances One Anti-Trans Bill, Kills Another

The Montana House approved a bill restricting trans students' sports participation and voted down one banning transition care for minors.

Va. Crafts Policy for Trans HS Athletes

The governing board of the Virginia association overseeing high school athletics recently adopted a policy that would allow trans participation in athletics, but the stipulations could make it tough for some students to take advantage.

Biden Administration's New Proposal on Transgender Athletes Draws Criticism

A proposed rule on the enforcement of Title IX would state that overall bans on trans student athletes violate that law but would allow for some exclusion of trans players.

No One's Happy With Nebraska's Transphobic Student Policy

Transgender students in Nebraska must now obtain approval from their school and a separate committee of doctors and psychiatrists to participate in activities that correspond with their true gender. 

The U.S. House Passes Anti-Transgender Sports Bill

The Senate is unlikely to bring the legislation to a vote.

Small-college association bans all transgender women from women's sports

The National Association of Intercollegiate Athletics' new policy will go into effect with the 2024-2025 school year.

Wis. School District Voluntarily Adopts Trans-Inclusive Policy

A Wisconsin school district has adopted a trans-inclusive athletics policy this week -- before any trans students came forward to request the change.

Alabama Governor Signs Anti-Trans Sports Bill Into Law

The legislation "is nothing more than a politically motivated bill designed to discriminate against an already vulnerable population," says the Human Rights Campaign's Alphonso David.

Think transgender women have an advantage in sports? A new study disputes the idea

The U.K. study, while using a small sample, cautions against blanket bans on trans women's participation in women's sports.

Amid 'Terrorism' Rhetoric, South Dakota Advances Anti-Trans Bills

The votes on sports and restroom bills came a few days after the governor's chief of staff likened trans students to terrorists.

New Topics, Same Tricks: Anti-LGBTQ+ Politicians Fall to Their Old Ways

"Our opponents may have lost the battle on marriage equality, but they are still doing what they do best: fabricating lies and spreading misinformation to undermine the rights of our community."

Democratic Politician Is Architect of South Carolina Anti-Trans Bill

Cezar McKnight's bill seeks to ban trans youth from receiving trans-related medical care.

Now is the Time for LGBTQ+ Athletes

The American sports playing field is becoming more inclusive.

WATCH: Fox News Again Stokes Transphobic Flame

A Fox News report on Friday reconfirmed the network's ongoing problem with accurate reporting on trans issues.

Transgender Virginians can breathe a sigh of relief after Democrats defeat all GOP anti-LGBTQ+ bills

With Democrats in control of the entire state legislature, LGBTQ+ Virginians retain protections and dignity in health care and education in the commonwealth.

Alabama Extends Anti-Trans Sports Policy to Colleges and Universities

Gov. Kay Ivey signed a bill to that effect into law Tuesday.

South Dakota Moves to Ban Discussion of Trans Identity in Schools

The House of Representatives voted to make the term "gender dysphoria" illegal in elementary schools -- it's just the latest assault on trans people in South Dakota.

South Dakota 'Don't Say Trans' Bill Fails

The measure would have banned discussion of transgender idenity in public schools in grades K-7.

House Republicans Likely to Pass Anti-Transgender Sports Bill

While it's not expected to pass the Senate, it's still important to stand up and speak out against such legislation, LGBTQ+ advocates say.

Donald Trump welcomed women’s swim team who rejected possible trans teammate

The Roanoke College women's swim team made national headlines last year when some swimmers and their families publicly objected to a trans woman who explored joining the team.