DeSantis administration pushes for broader "Don't Say Gay" law in Florida schools.

The administration of Florida Governor Ron DeSantis is seeking to expand the state's "Don't Say Gay" law to prohibit classroom instruction on sexual orientation and gender identity for all grades, except where "expressly required" by state academic standards or as part of a reproductive health lesson. The proposal comes amid a string of anti-LGBTQ+ bills proposed during the state's legislative session, and further bans on gender-affirming care and restrictions on drag performances. The amendment, put forth by the state Education Department, does not require legislative approval and is scheduled to be voted on next month before Florida's Board of Education.