Restricts the promotion of “divisive concepts” relating to race, gender and sex at state colleges and universities
LGBTQ lifestyles are “inappropriate” and offend a “significant portion” of students, parents and Tennessee residents with “Christian values”
The Republican sponsored legislation would make it a felony to provide minors with hormones, puberty blockers or gender-affirming surgery
"It's hoped this analysis can help decision makers evaluate the massive impact this therapy continues to exact on society as a whole"
The students protesting told ABC9 News the law discriminates against transgender students and isolates them
The announcement by Principal Daniel W. Smith came hours after an LGBTQ group operated by students issued a press release
LGBTQ+ youth and advocates have railed against the legislation, with thousands of students across the state staging a walkout protest
Critics allege citizens could be held liable for tens of thousands of dollars in fines simply for expressing their religious/Christian beliefs
“By voting yes on House Bill 675, you are voting to kill me and other kids just like me,” said Eve Devitt, 16
“This step was taken to safeguard our healthcare professionals and impacted families from potential criminal legal ramifications”
