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Protecting the rights of LGBTQ+ families in the second Trump presidency

Navigating in a Trump world, family formation attorney Janene Oleaga discusses the challenges and strategies for protecting reproductive rights for LGBTQ+ families

Montana issues rule banning gender marker changes on birth certificates

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

The anti-trans legislation risk map: A state by state breakdown

So far in 2024, there are already 400+ bills targeting transgender people. This map assesses the risk of the worst laws passing.

Alaska Elects Its First Out State Legislators

Jennie Armstrong, Ashley Carrick, and Andrew Gray have broken a lavender ceiling.

West Virginia Republican State Legislator Comes Out As Gay

"I'm not ashamed of it. I'm not embarrassed by it, it's part of who I am," Christian conservative Josh Higginbotham said in a video.

Oklahoma's Mauree Turner Makes History as Nonbinary State Legislator

Turner pulled off a couple of firsts in the Sooner State. 

Nevada Jumps on Transphobic Legislation Bandwagon

The transphobic bills just keep on coming, with Nevada following Florida, Kentucky, Texas, Minnesota, and Missouri.

Louisiana is the only state that's never had an out LGBTQ+ state legislator. Here's why

Queer statehouse candidates in Louisiana say running for office was 'traumatic.'

N.J. state legislator and marriage-equality supporter comes out

Democratic New Jersey assemblyman Reed Gusciora, who recently introduced a bill that would allow gay and lesbian couples to marry in the state, has come out.

Mississippi Elects Fabian Nelson as First Out LGBTQ+ State Legislator

Nelson had won the Democratic primary and had no opposition in Tuesday's general election. But now his election to the Mississippi House is official.

Op-ed: My Father, A State Legislator, Voted Against Me

The gay son of a Republican lawmaker in Indiana speaks out about his father's recent vote to advance a bill that would bar same-sex couples from marriage or legal recognition.

Ohio Republicans Still Targeting Gays in Critical State Legislative Races

Ohio has passed both a law and a constitutional amendment banning same-sex marriage, but that hasn't stopped the GOP from trying to stir up antigay sentiment in order to keep its four-seat advantage in the state house of representatives.

Jabari Brisport Becomes New York's First Black LGBTQ+ State Legislator

A progressive, Brisport will represent Brooklyn in the state Senate. 

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.

Montana Republicans Kick Out Transgender Legislator Zooey Zephyr from State House

They voted to force the state’s only transgender legislator to conduct her work remotely.

Missouri Republicans pivot from attacking LGBTQ+ lives to focus on childcare and education issues

The state’s top Republican leaders have announced that LGBTQ+ issues will no longer be at the forefront of their legislative agenda as the state’s annual legislative session reconvenes.

Op-ed: LGBT Americans Found a Hero in Julian Bond

The former state legislator and NAACP chairman fought for everybody.

Texas State Lawmaker to Introduce Bill Banning Kids from Drag Shows

Republican state Rep. Brian Slaton's proposed legislation will be the latest anti-LGBTQ+ measure in the state.

Illinois Senate Approves Marriage Equality

On Valentine's Day, the Illinois State Senate approved marriage equality legislation by a vote of 34-21. The legislation now heads to a House committee.

Mormons Set Sights on Killing Civil Unions in Illinois

The Mormon Church recently sent a private e-mail to its Illinois members urging them to contact state legislators and voice opposition to civil union legislation the state is currently considering.

Drag Shows, Pronouns Targeted by Arizona Republicans

The state's legislative session is opening with a rash of anti-LGBTQ+ bills.