NEWSLETTER
Why we can't have equality, according to lawmakers.
A change at the legislature is needed, both parties say.
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EDUCATION
AZ's trans athlete ban has been lifted. What's next?
Phoenix, Ariz. — Last week, a federal judge for the U.S. District Court blocked the enforcement of Arizona’s controversial
EDUCATION
What the lawyer representing trans student athletes says about the future for students
We spoke with Staff Attorney Rachel Berg on the case that's winding through the court, and what it means for Arizonans.
POLITICS
In rural Arizona, queer communities brace for impact
Small town pride celebrations are being met with online and physical threats, mostly by far-right legislators and religious groups
NEWSLETTER
Here is a roundup of all the anti-LGBTQ+ bills Gov. Hobbs vetoed
Hobbs vetoes trans bathroom bill, has vetoed a total of three anti-LGBT bills during tenure... PLUS... a new "Eyes on the State"
EDUCATION
Tom Horne continues crusade against trans kids in school sports, pushes false medical information
The state's educator-in-chief re-upped his claim that he was an LGBTQ+ ally, but has continued pushing a false medical ideology around trans kids' physical strength. PLUS... a new "Eyes on the State"
NEWSLETTER
Tom Horne says the trans student athlete ban isn't an "LGBT issue."
Two students sued the state, arguing that their bodies haven't gone through the puberty that conservatives like Horne often say gives them an "unfair advantage." PLUS... a new "Eyes on the State"
EDUCATION
Hundreds of Arizona students protest against school boards' push to eliminate trans rights
Students from across the Valley in multiple school districts showed up on Friday, demanding schools protect students from far-right targeting of trans kids.... PLUS a new Eyes on the State
HEALTH
Kris Mayes Pushes to Change Rules on National Blood Ban
Attorney General Kris Mayes signed onto new FDA guidance that would allow gay and bisexual men to donate blood...PLUS a new EYES ON THE STATE
POLITICS
Amid one of Phoenix's largest queer celebrations, some attendees worried for their safety.
Despite Republicans' continued push of anti-LGBTQ+ bills specifically targeting trans kids, people showed their support...PLUS a new EYES ON THE STATE
SAFETY
Unsafe school environments could contribute to rise in attempted suicides among queer youth.
A New Centers for Disease Control and Prevention study said that safe school environments for queer youth were paramount to making sure depression, violence, and suicidal ideation didn't continue.