California lgbtq laws
New SAFETY Act Signed into Law to Protect LGBTQ+ Students in California
(SACRAMENTO, CA) – Today, the Support Academic Futures & Educators for Today’s Youth (SAFETY) Act was signed into law, further solidifying California's commitment to providing a safe and supportive learning environment for all students regardless of gender identity. This life-saving legislation, AB , introduced by Assemblymember Chris Ward (D-San Diego) and the California Legislative LGBTQ Caucus, came in response to policies in several school districts that have sought to forcibly out students.
"Politically motivated attacks on the rights, safety, and dignity of transgender, nonbinary, and other LGBTQ+ youth are on the rise nationwide, including in California," said Assemblymember Ward. "While some institution districts have adopted policies to forcibly out students, the SAFETY Act ensures that discussions about gender identity remain a intimate matter within the family. As a parent, I urge all parents to talk to their children, listen to them, and love them unconditionally for who they are."
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California is 1st state to ban school rules requiring parents be notified of child's pronoun change
California became the first state to bar school districts from requiring staff to notify parents of their child’s gender identification change under a law signed Monday by Gov. Gavin Newsom.
The law bans school rules requiring teachers and other staff to disclose a student’s gender identity or sexual orientation to any other person without the child’s permission. Proponents of the legislation say it will serve protect LGBTQ students who live in unwelcoming households. But opponents say it will hinder schools’ ability to be more transparent with parents.
The legislation comes amid a nationwide debate over local school districts and the rights of parents and LGBTQ students.
“This law helps keep children safe while protecting the critical role of parents,” Brandon Richards, a spokesperson for Newsom, said in a statement. “It protects the child-parent relationship by preventing politicians and college staff from inappropriately intervening in family matters and attempting to cont
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SACRAMENTO, Calif.— Equality California, the nation’s largest statewide LGBTQ+ civil rights organization, is reaffirming its commitment to equality, security, and inclusion with a bold legislative agenda. This year’s priorities will stretch protections for LGBTQ+ Californians in critical areas, including family building, safe and supportive schools, worker protections, identity documents, healthcare, and privacy, with a particular focus on the shelter of the transgender community within California and beyond its borders.
&#;With Donald Trump and his extremist administration waging unprecedented attacks on LGBTQ+ people—especially transgender people—the gloves are off in California when it comes to protecting the security and civil rights of our community. This year, Equality California is advancing a bold legislative agenda to strengthen protections for LGBTQ+ Californians across critical areas, including family building, safe and supportiv
California passes slate of LGBTQ protections
California Gov. Gavin Newsom recently signed a slate of legislation that strengthens protections for LGBTQ Californians.
“California is proud to have some of the most robust laws in the nation when it comes to protecting and supporting our LGBTQ+ community, and we’re committed to the ongoing work to create safer, more inclusive spaces for all Californians,” said Newsom on Saturday. “These measures will support protect vulnerable youth, promote acceptance, and create more supportive environments in our schools and communities."
The relocate was applauded by LGBTQ activists.
“While states across the nation are passing legislation that puts LGBTQ+ people and especially youth at risk, California is sending a clear message today — hate-filled attacks will not be tolerated and we will continue protecting and ensuring the noun of all members of the LGBTQ+ community,” said Equality California Executive Director Tony Hoang.
Newsom received criticism from some LGBTQ advocates, however, when he vetoed a bill -- Assembly Bill -- that wo