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Mississippi bill would let those incarcerated sue state over trans inmates

The bill is from the same Republican who introduced last year’s ban on gender-affirming care for trans youth.

Montana issues rule banning gender marker changes on birth certificates

The new rule mirrors an old rule which was defeated in court.

North Carolina Lawmakers Target Restroom Provision in Charlotte Ordinance

They object to allowing transgender people to use the restrooms matching their gender identity — their true gender.
 

Op-ed: The Dangers Inherent In Lifting the Trans Military Ban

Trouble awaits trans women who serve our nation as their authentic selves, says one who had to hide her true gender identity.

Facebook Expands Gender Options

For years, trans individuals have lamented Facebook's requirement to be addressed using either male or female pronouns. Starting today, that's all changed.

Op-ed: Science Holds the Key to Transgender Equality

The researchers behind a groundbreaking new study on trans youth says data can help dismantle societal discrimination.

Conservatives Spew Transphobia at Already Anti-Trans Federal Agency

Some right-wing influencers got upset about a tweet by a relatively obscure federal agency, the Selective Service System.

Maine Adds 'Nonbinary' Gender Marker on Birth Certificates

Though parental consent is required for nonbinary youth, for those over 18 it's as simple as filling out a few forms. 

A Fresh Music Video on Gender Expression

Happy Little Clouds' new music video delivers a fresh perspective on struggles around gender expression.

American Medical Association: Do the Right Thing, SCOTUS

Patrice A. Harris, M.D., says the high court must protect all patients and all workers from anti-LGBTQ discrimination.

Arkansas Supreme Court stays ruling preventing X gender markers on driver’s licenses

Trans, nonbinary, and intersexed residents are no longer able to accurately represent their gender identity.

American Medical Assoc. President: Stop the Anti-Trans Bills

States should expand access to gender-affirming care, not criminalize it.

Transgender boy takes Oklahoma officials to court in fight for gender identity

Oklahoma Superintendent of Public Instruction Ryan Walters says he won’t play the “transgender game.” J. Doe just wants to be himself.

Kansas transgender prison employee sues over alleged gender identity harassment

Shelly Lamb said she endured targeted abuse and was moved to a basement closet by the Department of Corrections.

Tennessee’s First Transgender Elected Official, Olivia Hill, May Have to Use Men's Restroom

State laws create an unclear pathway for Olivia Hill’s rights concerning gender-specific facilities.

Chaz Bono Lands Dream Role in Musical

"It is never too late to do what you want to do," says the iconic trans actor.

Georgia Woman Becomes 16th Known Trans Murder Victim of 2017

TeeTee Dangerfield was shot and left to die in her car.

Oped Why We Still Need a Fully Inclusive ENDA

An EEOC ruling recently added protection from discrimination for transgender people in the workplace, but does that mean federal legislation isn't needed?

House Passes Amendment to Reverse Trans Military Ban; Senate Is Next

Only two transgender service members have been considered for waivers, out of 197 who've been outed since Trump's policy went into effect.