Despite all the talk, no states have active laws banning drag in front of kids

Drag Queen Brigitte Bandit reads a book during a story time reading at the Cheer Up Charlies dive bar on March 11, 2023 in Austin, Texas. Bills to restrict drag performances across the country have failed to make an impact. (Brandon Bell/Getty Images)

LITTLE ROCK, Ark. – In states across the country this year, Republicans have talked a lot about restricting drag performances in front of children.

But that talk, and even their efforts, haven't amounted to much.