Tag: equality texas
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HB 1686: No Place for Hate
by Foster Milburn On March 27, 2023, Equality Texas, a statewide political organization that advocates for LGBTQ rights, posted a “call to action” on their social media websites. They called for an emergency rally titled “Fight for our lives.” The rally took place at 2 p.m. at the rotunda located on the ground floor of the…
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Texas Advocacy Day 2023: Voices of LGBTQ Texans
The 88th legislative session started on January 10 and concludes on May 29, 2023. This term sparked a sense of fear amongst LGBTQ Texans as there are more anti-LGBTQ bills than in previous sessions.
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OPINION: Upcoming Legislative Session Poses Threat for LGBTQ Texans
The Texas Legislative session for 2023 began on Jan. 10 and runs through May 29, 2023. Republicans control both chambers. Some bills on the agenda threaten LGBTQ Texans and women’s reproductive rights. by Foster Milburn Every two years, Texas representatives meet for a consecutive 140-day period. The sessions include the discussion and passing of bills…