The Latest Breaking News from Equality Kansas

As states pass anti-LGBTQ laws, Sharice Davids says she still feels optimistic about progress

WASHINGTON -- Rep. Sharice Davids, a Kansas Democrat, compared the journey for LGBTQ rights to walking up a spiral staircase.

Tribune News Service · Jun 20, 2023

Gov. Laura Kelly vetoes 4 GOP bills aimed at regulating the lives of transgender Kansans

Kansas Gov. Laura Kelly vetoed four bills Thursday that would have regulated the lives of transgender Kansans, dictating what spaces they are welcome in and the health care they can access.

Tribune News Service · Apr 20, 2023

Kansas Senate overrides veto on trans athlete ban, but can the House do the same?

A two-thirds majority of the Kansas Senate voted Tuesday to override Gov. Laura Kelly's veto on a bill banning transgender students from girls sports as well as a bill ensuring parents can view and challenge classroom content.

Tribune News Service · Apr 27, 2022