Texas Legislature Approves Ban on LGBTQ+ and Diversity Clubs in Public Schools

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Democrats in the Texas House strongly oppose Senate Bill 12, which bans K-12 student clubs based on sexual orientation and gender identity, arguing it endangers LGBTQ+ youth, strips dignity, and is rooted in discrimination, while supporters claim it enhances parental rights and opposes certain diversity policies.
Topics:nation#diversity-and-inclusion#lgbtq-rights#parental-bill-of-rights#politics#school-clubs#texas-legislation
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