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Analyzing the Current Issues & State Bills Targeting the Transgender Community. Plus, Congresswoman Sylvia Garcia on her Goals for the new Legislative Session

Garrett Bohlmann

Posted on January 19, 2023 · Discussing efforts to support trans rights amidst recent legislation and opposition to the community.

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Legislation is impacting the transgender community – particularly trans youth

Lisa Rosborough

Posted on March 30, 2022 · For “Transgender Day of Visibility”, we talk with a legal expert about the latest developments in transgender laws.

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For those in the LGBTQIA+ community, gender pronouns can be an affirmation of life

Brenda Valdivia

Posted on October 11, 2021 · Experts in transgender legal aid and gender identities discuss the impact of language on mental health and the best ways we can respect gender and sexuality.

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Chaz Bono On Falling In Love With Acting And Being Himself

Brenda Valdivia

Posted on May 4, 2021 · The former Dancing with the Stars contestant joins Ernie on his journey into acting, his gender transition in the public eye, and how his life began at age 41.

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Federal judge declares Texas law restricting drag performances unconstitutional

Sergio Martínez-Beltrán, The Texas Newsroom

Posted on September 26, 2023 · The ruling is a victory for LGBTQ+ rights advocates who have said the law targets drag performers for no real reason.

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Texas’ ban on gender-affirming care will take effect Friday following state Supreme Court ruling

Julián Aguilar, The Texas Newsroom

Posted on August 31, 2023 · The Texas Supreme Court said Thursday the law will take effect despite a lower court’s finding that the act is unconstitutional.

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How new state laws taking effect this week might impact Texas children

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Posted on August 29, 2023 · We talk with a panelist taking part in a discussion about those laws this week at Rice University.

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Texas doctors say potential ban on gender-affirming care for trans kids hurts patients and providers

Elena Rivera, KERA

Posted on August 28, 2023 · A new Texas law would stop transgender minors from accessing gender-affirming medical care. Texas doctors said this is already hurting their work and their patients.

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