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Tennessee Lawmakers Review Controversial LGBTQ+ Legislation in Hearings

3/4/2026

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Hearings began March 4, 2026, in Nashville as Tennessee lawmakers review more than a dozen LGBTQ+ bills.
The "Banning Bostock" bill would limit sex discrimination protections for LGBTQ+ individuals.
Other proposals could restrict gender-affirming healthcare and limit visibility of LGBTQ+ identities.
Chris Sanders, executive director of the Tennessee Equality Project, cautioned about potential harm to LGBTQ+ residents.

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Hearings began March 4, 2026, in Nashville as Tennessee lawmakers review more than a dozen LGBTQ+ bills.
The "Banning Bostock" bill would limit sex discrimination protections for LGBTQ+ individuals.
Other proposals could restrict gender-affirming healthcare and limit visibility of LGBTQ+ identities.
Chris Sanders, executive director of the Tennessee Equality Project, cautioned about potential harm to LGBTQ+ residents.