The Human Rights Campaign says Tennessee has enacted more anti-LGBTQ+ laws more than any other state since 2015.
By Kimberlee Kruesi, Associated PressThe Tennessee Capitol is seen, Jan. 22, 2024, in Nashville, Tenn.
Lee, a Republican, hasn’t publicly commented on either bill, but supporters are confident he will sign them into law. Lee eagerly approved a sweeping abortion ban and a ban on gender-affirming care for children. He has also never issued a veto during his time as governor. The Human Rights Campaign says Tennessee has enacted more anti-LGBTQ+ laws more than any other state since 2015, identifying more than 20 bills that advanced out of the Legislature over the past few months.
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