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The law is similar to Florida 's colloquially named "Don't Say Gay" bill which prohibits public school staff from discussing LGBTQ+ identities in any capacity. Texas' S.B. 12 states that "a school. During a late-night vote Monday, the Texas Senate advanced a controversial piece of legislation that would limit classroom lessons, teacher guidance and school programming in Texas public and charter schools. State senators are expected to give House Bill final approval Tuesday.
Texas just got closer to passing own 'Don't Say Gay' bill
For the third time, the Senate is pushing a proposal critics say will ignore the existence of LGBTQ people in every grade level. Two other bills that contained similar language missed key. By continuing to use our site, you agree to our Privacy Policy and Terms of Use. Senate Bill 12 , introduced by Republican state senator Brandon Creighton, flatly states that "a school district or open-enrollment charter school may not authorize or sponsor a student club based on sexual orientation or gender identity. New 'Don't Say Gay' Law In Texas Sparks Legal Fight Over
The bill, which critics refer to as the "Don’t Say Gay" bill, has been a hot-button issue. The state of Florida already has a law like it in place, and it’s been a source of considerable. On Friday, June 20, , Gov. The law took effect on Monday, Sept. 
Bills targeting LGBTQ people in Texas
Texas is being sued over its “Don’t Say Gay” law that not only bans discussions of sexual orientation and gender identity in classrooms, but goes even further by completely outlawing LGBTQ+ student clubs. .
Texas sued over ‘Don’t Say Gay’ law that bans LGBTQ+ student
The law prohibits instruction, guidance, or activities regarding sexual orientation or gender identity at any grade level, codifying what is widely referred to as a “Don’t Say Gay” provision. The law also limits students’ ability to form or join certain extracurricular clubs. . Texas Senate advances strict ‘Don’t Say Gay’ bill
Advocacy groups are suing Texas over a law that bans LGBTQ+ student clubs and restricts discussions of gender, race, and identity in public schools. . 
Texas Senate again advances proposed “Don’t Say Gay” bill
The Texas Senate has passed a bill inspired by Florida's "Don't Say Gay" law, but the Texas version goes further by banning discussion of sexual orientation or gender identity in K, not just. .
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Texas just took a significant step towards passing its own version of a "Don't Say Gay" bill. The legislation would essentially ban any discussion of sexual orientation or gender identity in. .