Tennessee could be off the table for future NFL, NCAA and FIFA competitions because of the state’s new transgender sports law.
Tennessee’s Only Openly Gay Lawmaker Speaks Out Against Ban On Transgender Athletes
Rep. Eddie Mannis, R-Knoxville, has warned his House colleagues that a ban on transgender athletes could have a tremendous impact on LGBT kids.
Dozens Of Major Tennessee Companies Are Asking The Legislature To Stop Targeting LGBT Community
Thirty-five major Tennessee companies are calling on the General Assembly to stop targeting LGBT people. The businesses have sent a letter to the legislature and the governor’s office urging them to commit to “the values of innovation and growth.”
The Tri-Star State: Lawmakers Consider Potential Impact Of Anti-LGBTQ Bills In Tennessee
Listen Equal rights advocates are warning Tennessee lawmakers about consequences the state could face if they move forward with legislation that targets the LGBTQ community. The General Assembly is considering about 10 measures that could impact whether LGBTQ people could adopt, or use a bathroom that matches their gender identity.