The Louisiana Senate passed legislation that forbids school staffers from talking to students in grades K-12 about sexual orientation or gender identity.
Dubbed "Don't Say Gay" by critics, Louisiana's bill is broader than similar measures enacted by other Republican-led states. Louisiana is the only state except Florida to restrict such discussion in high schools, not just in elementary or middle schools. Louisiana's bill also extends beyond the classroom, prohibiting school employees from discussing those topics during extracurricular, athletic or social activities — a provision critics say will prevent schools from hosting LGBTQ+ clubs and support groups.
Last week, the Louisiana Senate passed legislation that bans transgender people from using school restrooms that align with their gender identities.
