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ACLU has been fighting for the rights of lesbian, gay, bisexual and transgender people since 1936, when it brought its first gay rights case. Our goal is an America where LGBT people can live openly, with their identities, relationships and families respected.  We fight discrimination based on sexual orientation and gender identity, working for fair treatment on the job and in schools, housing, public places and health care.

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26 01, 2022

FAQ – How TN Laws Affect Transgender Students in Public Schools

2022-03-29T13:03:35-05:00 January 26th, 2022|Categories: Know Your Rights, Legal and Community Resources|

In 2021, a wave of discriminatory bills targeting LGBTQ Tennesseans passed the Tennessee General Assembly and were signed into law by Governor Bill Lee. Here you will find answers to how these new laws affect transgender students.

4 11, 2021

Civil Rights Advocates Challenge Tennessee Law Banning Trans Students in School Sports

2021-11-09T14:14:01-06:00 November 4th, 2021|Categories: General News, Press Releases|

We and our partners filed a federal lawsuit challenging the Tennessee law excluding transgender youth from participating in school sports.

25 06, 2021

ACLU Files Lawsuit Challenging New Tennessee Law Requiring Restroom Warning Signs

2021-06-25T12:59:21-05:00 June 25th, 2021|Categories: Press Releases|

We filed a lawsuit in federal court challenging the Tennessee law that would require businesses that allow transgender people to use the restroom that  matches their gender to post a government-prescribed warning sign.