Voters for LGBTQ equality & fundamental freedoms came out in force in the 2023 election, showing that most Americans support LGBTQ people
The governor previously took down a page on the Virginia Department of Health’s website that offered two links for LGBTQ youth
A group of activists organized by FCPS Pride held a rally and march near Luther Jackson Middle School in Falls Church
LGBTQ+ activists concerned Youngkin and Republican-controlled House would limit public school students’ access to LGBTQ-specific information
“[This bill], arguably, is going to erase LGBTQ history and LGBTQ figures and movement leaders from the classroom”
Youngkin addressed the issue but did not specifically apologize for the actions of his political operatives
“This is an important victory for the health and safety of transgender students in Virginia,” said Equality Virginia
Republican Gov. Youngkin’s election & GOP regaining control of Virginia House- new limits for students’ access to LGBTQ+ info may happen
First executive order issued ended “use of” "critical race theory” which is not taught in VA public schools & other “divisive concepts”
The newly sworn-in Republican Governor backed a Loudoun County teacher who opposed trans student guidelines
