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Tennessee Congressman Prioritizes Protecting Kids From Drag Queens Over Guns

On the day of a mass shooting in his state the Republican congressman said nothing could be done, but weeks before he praised the state’s ban on drag queens.

Tennessee OK's Anti-LGBTQ Discrimination in Adoption

The bill, now signed into law by Gov. Bill Lee, lets faith-based agencies receive public funds even if they discriminate and protects them from lawsuits.

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Tennessee Bans Trans Athletes From College Sports

The new law signed Friday builds on existing anti-trans laws in the state.

New Ad: 'Governors Signing Anti-LGBTQ+ Laws Should Be Ashamed'

It comes as more harmful bills are signed into law -- a discriminatory "religious refusals" bill in Arkansas and an anti-transgender sports bill in Tennessee.

Tennessee May Require Bathroom Signs Warning About Trans Access

A bill advancing in the state would require businesses with trans-inclusive restroom policies to post "humiliating" signs.

Tennessee Gov. Supports Anti-Drag Bill But Apparently Once Posed in Drag

The picture appearing to be Bill Lee in drag in 1977 surfaced on Reddit over the weekend.

Tennessee Advances Anti-Trans Bills, Delays on Adoption

One bill would require the state attorney general to defend school districts' anti-transgender restroom restrictions.

As Anti-Trans Bills Advance, Kansas Governor Implies Veto Likely

"We don't want to go down that road," Democrat Laura Kelly says as an anti-trans bill awaits her action and similar measures advance in other states.

Trans Billionaire May Move Out of Tennessee Over Anti-LGBTQ Bills

"As a transgender woman, these unnecessary and hurtful laws are personal to me," Jennifer Pritzker said.

Self-Hating Log Cabin Group Mocks Failed Pro-Gay Resolution

The gay conservative group's Tennessee chapter says a Republican state lawmaker was right to block an effort to salute T.J. Osborne.

Big Music Stars Join LGBTQ+ ‘Love Rising’ Benefit Concert in Tennessee

The organizers hope to open the minds of Tennesseans who come to enjoy the show.

Elliot Page Asks Followers to Urge Tenn. Gov to Veto Anti-Trans Bills

The state has three anti-trans bills currently awaiting the governor's decision.

Tennessee Hit by Federal Lawsuit Over Discriminatory HIV Sex Worker Statutes

The plaintiffs say the laws are outdated and violate the Constitution and the Americans with Disabilities Act.

Tennessee Republicans pass bill allowing marriage discrimination toward same-sex couples

Despite marriage equality being the law of the land with significant support, the GOP continues to try to legislate LGBTQ+ people out of society.

Texas Republican Who Wrote Anti-Drag Bill Has Dressed in Drag

It's not the first time in recent days that an anti-drag Republican was revealed to have done drag before.

Tennessee Advances Anti-Trans School Sports Bill

The bill, which would require trans student athletes to compete under the gender they were assigned at birth, passed in the state's Senate and awaits a vote in the House.

Tennessee Close to Banning Gender-Affirming Care for Youth

Legislators have passed a bill and sent it to Gov. Bill Lee (pictured), and they're also moving toward restrictions on drag shows.

Tennessee's Latest Anti-LGBTQ+ Assault: Restricting Trans Health Care

The new legislation signed by Gov. Bill Lee is the fifth anti-LGBTQ+ measure he's signed this year.

Tennessee Will Mandate Warning Signs for Trans-Friendly Restrooms

Gov. Bill Lee has signed the bill, which the Human Rights Campaign calls "offensive and humiliating."

Karine Jean-Pierre on Tennessee Anti-Drag Law: Unacceptable & Unfortunate

The White House press secretary blasted Tennessee Gov. Bill Lee for signing a bill restricting drag performances.

Tennessee Will Excuse Students From Lessons With LGBTQ+ Content

Gov. Bill Lee (pictured) signed a bill to this effect into law Monday, requiring parental notification regarding lessons that deal with sexual orientation or gender idenity.