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Nebraska trans youth can access gender-affirming care, but only after invalidating therapy

Minors in Nebraska will be able to access gender-affirming care, but only after attending 40 hours of therapy that could push back on their identity.

Nebraska Gov. Jim Pillen at the signing ceremony

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Nebraska GOP Governor Signs Restrictions on Abortion and Trans Care

Lawmakers overcame a filibuster to pass the measure. Civil rights activists are outraged and may sue.

From left: Nebraska Sens. Machaela Cavanaugh, John Fredrickson, and Megan Hunt

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After 30 years in uniform, a veteran in Nebraska who survived ‘don’t ask, don’t tell’ is running for Congress

Today's Ruling: Neb. Could Have Marriage Equality Next Week

The ruling is on hold until March 9, unless a higher court extends the stay.

Nebraska's Antigay Gov. to Attend Lesbian Sister's Wedding

Sure, Gov. Pete Ricketts 'disagrees' with his sister's advocacy for LGBT equality. But that isn't stopping him from attending her wedding today in Chicago.

George Santos Videos Now Selling for $400 on Cameo

Former U.S. Rep. George Santos took to Cameo for a new venture, offering personalized messages, including one to bi Nebraska state Senator Megan Hunt.

Nebraska Judge Dismisses Transgender Graduate's Suit Over Shutdown of School Paper

The former student who brought the suit could not prove he was harmed by the school's action, the judge ruled.

Nebraskans Ask State Supreme Court to Overturn Abortion, Trans Care Restrictions

The regulations were combined into one bill, which opponents say violates the state constitution's requirement for all bills to be single-subject.

Nebraska Sued Over Law Restricting Abortion and Gender-Affirming Care

The suit from Planned Parenthood says the law combines two separate subjects in violation of the state's constitution.

Nebraska GOP Governor Signs Restrictions on Abortion and Trans Care

Lawmakers overcame a filibuster to pass the measure. Civil rights activists are outraged and may sue.

Nebraska Passes Laws Limiting Gender-Affirming Health Care and Abortion

The legislature overcame a filibuster against the legislation led by Sen. Machaela Cavanaugh.

Nebraska Lawmaker With Trans Son Accused of Conflict of Interest

A complaint against Sen. Megan Hunt claims she could benefit financially if an anti-trans bill fails. She says the complaint is nothing but harassment.

Pattie Gonia, Environmentalist Drag Queen, Has an Earth Day Message for You

Pattie has some words of action for you.

Nebraska Lawmakers Take Fight Against Anti-LGBTQ+ Legislation Nationwide

Three legislators opposing an anti-trans bill have started a political action committee to support pro-equality candidates around the U.S.

Nebraska Lawmakers Spar Over Anti-Trans Health Care Bill

Sen. Machaela Cavanaugh, who had been filibustering to keep the bill from coming up, agreed to let debate begin so she could see who would "legislate hate against children."

LGBTQ+ State Senator Proposes Ban on 'Religious Indoctrination' of Kids

Using language that many Republicans are employing to attack LGBTQ+ communities, the Nebraska Democrat said the proposal is meant to highlight the discriminatory nature of certain bills.

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The ruling is on hold until March 9, unless a higher court extends the stay.

Minors in Nebraska will be able to access gender-affirming care, but only after attending 40 hours of therapy that could push back on their identity.

Sure, Gov. Pete Ricketts 'disagrees' with his sister's advocacy for LGBT equality. But that isn't stopping him from attending her wedding today in Chicago.

Former U.S. Rep. George Santos took to Cameo for a new venture, offering personalized messages, including one to bi Nebraska state Senator Megan Hunt.

The former student who brought the suit could not prove he was harmed by the school's action, the judge ruled.

The regulations were combined into one bill, which opponents say violates the state constitution's requirement for all bills to be single-subject.

The suit from Planned Parenthood says the law combines two separate subjects in violation of the state's constitution.

Lawmakers overcame a filibuster to pass the measure. Civil rights activists are outraged and may sue.

The legislature overcame a filibuster against the legislation led by Sen. Machaela Cavanaugh.

A complaint against Sen. Megan Hunt claims she could benefit financially if an anti-trans bill fails. She says the complaint is nothing but harassment.

Pattie has some words of action for you.

Three legislators opposing an anti-trans bill have started a political action committee to support pro-equality candidates around the U.S.

Sen. Machaela Cavanaugh, who had been filibustering to keep the bill from coming up, agreed to let debate begin so she could see who would "legislate hate against children."

Using language that many Republicans are employing to attack LGBTQ+ communities, the Nebraska Democrat said the proposal is meant to highlight the discriminatory nature of certain bills.