Georgia Blocks Most Gender-Affirming Care for Trans Youth
Gov. Brian Kemp signed the bill Thursday.
March 25 2023 11:00 AM
CONTACTStaffCAREER OPPORTUNITIESADVERTISE WITH USPRIVACY POLICYPRIVACY PREFERENCESTERMS OF USELEGAL NOTICE
© 2023 Pride Publishing Inc.
All Rights reserved
All Rights reserved
Scroll To Top
By continuing to use our site, you agree to our Private Policy and Terms of Use.
Transgender
All the latest news, commentary, and analysis of issues that impact the transgender community. The Advocate provides up-to-date coverage from around the web about political, medical, and social developments that matter most to transgender people.
Kentucky Gov. Vetoes Anti-LGBTQ+ Bill, But It Could Still Become Law
Democratic Gov. Andy Beshear vetoed a bill that included a ban on gender-affirming care for trans minors and restrictions on discussion of LGBTQ+ issues in schools.
March 24 2023 4:24 PM
Transgender Man's Killer Ordered to Rehab
Because the defendant admitted his crime, suffers from substance abuse disorders, and had a history of boxing, German prosecutors said he didn’t intend to kill the victim.
March 24 2023 11:11 AM
Trans Flight Attendant Kayleigh Scott Has Died
Scott, 25, appears to have died by suicide. She was featured in a video for her employer on Transgender Visibility Day in 2020.
March 23 2023 8:05 PM
Most Transgender People Find Transitioning Positive: Poll
Even though trans people face hardships, transitioning has made them happier with their lives, according to a new survey.
March 23 2023 5:02 PM
Iowa Gov. Signs Transphobic Gender-Affirming Care Ban and Bathroom Bill
The list of states with bans keeps growing.
March 23 2023 2:40 PM
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."
March 23 2023 11:07 AM
Sarah Huckabee Sanders Signs Trans Bathroom Ban Bill Into Law
The Republican governor of Arkansas says it’s to protect children from the “left’s woke agenda.”
March 22 2023 11:02 AM
Queer Music Thrived at Nashville's Love Rising LGBTQ+ Benefit Concert
The star-studded event saw acts like Allison Russell, Maren Morris, Brittany Howard, and more raise over $400,000 for Tennessee LGBTQ+ groups.
March 21 2023 4:40 PM
Missouri's AG Unilaterally Restricts Gender-Affirming Care
He called the care experimental and claimed that to protect children, access to gender-affirming care required his intervention.
March 21 2023 10:56 AM
Wyoming Is Latest State With Anti-Trans Sports Law
Gov. Mark Gordon called the legislation "draconian" and "discriminatory" but let it become law without his signature. The state is also moving against abortion rights.
March 20 2023 3:43 PM
21 Artists Performing at Nashville's LGBTQ+ Rights Concert 'Love Rising'
Some of music's biggest acts are taking a stand against anti-trans and anti-drag bills that have recently been signed into law by the state's Republican governor.
March 19 2023 8:00 PM
Kansas Governor Vetoes Anti-Trans Sports Bill for Third Consecutive Year
Democratic Gov. Laura Kelly said the bill is "unnecessary and divisive." But legislators may try to override her veto.
March 17 2023 8:05 PM
Kentucky Revives Trans Health Care Ban as Senator Mourns Trans Son
Republican legislators raced to push through the health care ban and other anti-LGBTQ+ provisions.
March 17 2023 6:45 PM
Lawmaker Pleads ‘Please Don’t Kill Yourself’ as Ban on Trans Care Passes
Out Democratic state. Rep. Karla Drenner made the plea after the House was poised to pass a measure banning gender-affirming health care for youth.
March 17 2023 11:38 AM
Lily Tomlin Calls Rash of Anti-LGBTQ+ Bills 'Insane' and a 'Travesty'
The acclaimed lesbian performer minced no words in a recent interview.
March 16 2023 6:12 PM
Florida Trans Youth Health Care Ban Takes Effect; Parents Plan Lawsuit
Meanwhile, Florida lawmakers are considering legislation that would create a ban even stricter than the one adopted by medical boards.
March 16 2023 1:25 PM
Dylan Mulvaney Celebrates 365 Days of Girlhood with Show in New York
The trans star commemorated the one-year anniversary of her viral TikTok series.
March 15 2023 5:36 PM
Wellesley Students Vote to Admit Trans Men & Nonbinary Applicants
The fight continues at the women's college for more inclusive gender policies.
March 15 2023 4:15 PM
Biden Calls Political Attacks on Trans Youth 'Close to Sinful'
The president discussed his support for trans rights and marriage equality with Kal Penn on The Daily Show.
March 15 2023 10:38 AM