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In Fight Against Ron DeSantis, Coalition of Major LGBTQ Groups Back Charlie Crist for Governor
The Human Rights Campaign PAC, SAVE Action PAC, and the Florida LGBTQ+ Democratic Caucus joined Equality Florida Action PAC in endorsing Charlie Crist for governor, pledging to mobilize voters to defeat Ron DeSantis and his anti-LGBTQ agenda.
Equality FL Responds to Miami Dade Public Schools Vote to Reject LGBTQ History Month
Equality Florida condemned the Miami-Dade School Board's 8-1 vote rejecting a proclamation recognizing October as LGBTQ History Month, calling it evidence of the chilling effect of Florida's 'Don't Say LGBTQ' law.
Openly-LGBTQ Candidates Score Wins on Primary Election Night
Openly-LGBTQ Florida candidates won primary races, including State Representative Michele Rayner and State Senator Shevrin Jones, while Equality Florida Action PAC-endorsed school board candidates outperformed those backed by DeSantis and Moms for Liberty.
‘Don’t Say LGBTQ’ Law, Already Harming Students, Goes Into Effect
Florida's 'Don't Say LGBTQ' law (HB 1557) took effect, banning classroom instruction on sexual orientation and gender identity in grades K-3 and restricting it in higher grades; Equality Florida said it has received over 50 censorship complaints since the bill was signed.
New OUT Leadership Report Shows Anti-LGBTQ Laws Making Florida Less Welcoming for Businesses
A new OUT Leadership report found Florida's LGBTQ+ business climate ranking dropped sharply to 31st nationally, a decline Equality Florida and the report attribute directly to anti-LGBTQ legislation including the 'Don't Say Gay' law.
Fears Vindicated As “Don’t Say Gay” Legislation Harms Florida Students
Equality Florida said fears about the 'Don't Say Gay' law were vindicated as Florida schools censored students before the law took effect, including a Sarasota senior barred from referencing his activism in a graduation speech and yearbook and newspaper censorship.
Governor Ron DeSantis Signs Discriminatory ‘Don’t Say Gay’ Bill Into Law
Governor Ron DeSantis signed the 'Don't Say Gay' bill (HB 1557) into law at a charter school exempt from its provisions; Equality Florida called it cowardly and vowed to see the law overturned in court or repealed by the legislature.
Florida Senate Rejects Reasonable Amendments to “Don’t Say Gay” bill, Full Vote Looms
The Florida Senate rejected amendments aimed at mitigating the harm of the 'Don't Say Gay' bill, setting up a final vote; Equality Florida said it is prepared to join legal action against the state if the bill harms any child, teacher, or family.
Equality Florida Condemns Anti-LGBTQ Remarks By DeSantis Spokesperson
Equality Florida condemned DeSantis Press Secretary Christina Pushaw's tweets accusing opponents of the 'Don't Say Gay' bill of being pedophiles, saying the governor owns the rhetoric and that it reveals the bill's intent to erase LGBTQ people.
Marriott, Hilton, American Airlines and AirBnb Join 150+ Major U.S. Companies To Oppose Anti-LGBTQ+ Legislation in Florida
Marriott, Hilton, American Airlines, and AirBnB joined more than 150 major U.S. companies opposing anti-LGBTQ legislation in Florida and nationwide, including the state's 'Don't Say Gay' bill and 'Stop WOKE Act,' citing harm to recruitment and families.