In some states, versions of 'Don't Say Gay' bills have been around for awhile
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At least 20 states have introduced “Don’t Say Gay” laws this year. But in a handful of states, versions of the legislation have existed for decades.
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Here's What Florida's 'Don't Say Gay' and Anti-'Woke' Bills
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Florida isn't the only state pushing legislation that could be
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A national 'Don't Say Gay' law? Republicans introduce bill to
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LGBTQ groups sue Florida over so-called 'Don't Say Gay' law
Don't say gay': Senate panel rejects Republican's attempt to tone
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Florida 'Don't say gay bill' signed by Gov. Ron Desantis
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In some states, versions of 'Don't Say Gay' bills have been around
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Anti LGBTQ Bills Missouri
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North Carolina's version of 'Don't say gay' bill moves to the next
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2022 is 'poised to become the year of the most anti-LGBTQ
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Why social conservative backlash made Indiana the right state for
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What's in House Bill 1557, Which Opponents Call 'Don't Say Gay
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Uganda: New Anti-Gay Bill Further Threatens Rights
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U.S. Rep. Mike Johnson introduces 'don't say gay' bill - Louisiana