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Stein said his faith teaches him "we are all children of God" in explaining his veto decision.

Ohio governor strikes anti-LGBTQ+ budget provisions

Republican Gov. Mike DeWine vetoed three anti-LGBTQ+ measures from Ohio's state budget, including a provision requiring libraries to segregate LGBTQ+ books away from minors and language that would have defunded homeless shelters serving transgender youth.

More recent anti-LGBTQ+ bills are failing.

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Drag queen Pattie Gonia is hiking 100 miles in full drag to raise $1M for charity

The environmentalist and LGBTQ+ rights champion is supporting eight nonprofits focused on diversity, equity, and inclusion in the outdoors. For example, the poll found that 69% of adults would honor their child’s chosen name and pronouns if they were to come out as transgender or non-binary.

Sports

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This representation paves the way for other LGBTQ+ coaches and athletes.

10. Eight LGBTQ+ activists and artists made it on Time’s “most influential” list in 2024, including transgender actor Elliot Page.

6. But even in challenging times, there are bright spots worth celebrating — from a major medical breakthrough related to HIV prevention and historic election wins to massive community turnouts to governors standing up for what's right.

champion Amy Schnieder made history as the first openly transgender contestant to qualify for the Tournament of Champions.

Youth Advocacy

7. The California Department of Education rejected a federal agreement that would have required the state to "rescind any trans-inclusionary guidelines" and send apologies to cisgender athletes. Jeopardy!

U.S. District Judge Julia Kobick's preliminary injunction now applies to all affected passport holders nationwide, not just the original six plaintiffs. This includes marriage equality, adoption rights, legal gender recognition for transgender individuals, and more.

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A drag queen named Pattie Gonia just raised $1M for charity by hiking 100 miles in full drag

The funds will support eight nonprofits focused on diversity, equity, and inclusion in the outdoors.

The Trevor Project’s new poll illustrates high support among parents for transgender and non-binary youth. For example, in Kentucky, Florida, Georgia, and West Virginia, almost every anti-LGBTQ+ measure was defeated this year.

Arts and Media

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In 2023, coach Kevin Maxen of the Jacksonville Jaguars was the first NFL coach to come out as openly gay. These include addressing transphobic violence and creating a safer future for LGBTQ+ young people.

3. Despite facing transphobic attack ads during her campaign, the theater community activist focused on advocating for the arts and affordable housing.

Federal court blocks Trump passport policy

A federal judge in Massachusetts expanded her ruling to block the Trump administration from enforcing its policy requiring transgender and nonbinary Americans to use their sex assigned at birth on passports.

This Pride Month, it is important to acknowledge the challenges that the LGBTQ+ community has faced, while also celebrating moments of joy and positive news. The bill also included language declaring there are only two genders and would have required the state to keep copies of original birth certificates.