UPDATE: #SaveChickFilA Bill Moves Closer to Adoption in a Blow to LGBTQ Rights

SB 1978 passes House despite heart-wrenching testimony

"...heart-wrenching testimony from the members of the Texas House’s LGBTQ Caucus, the House, on second reading, passed Senate Bill..."

May 17, 2019 News Post by Sarah Marloff

LGBTQ Rights: Hate Defeated

Fallout from the 84th Texas legislative session

"...Legislative session started out with a record number of anti-LGBTQ measures – likely the most ever filed by any..."

June 5, 2015 News Feature by Mary Tuma

The House's LGBTQ Caucus Makes History

The good, the bad, and the religious exemptions

"...to "redefine religious liberty" laws to "justify discrimination" against LGBTQ communities and others. According to EQTX, SB 1978 author..."

May 31, 2019 News Feature by Sarah Marloff

LGBTQ Caucus' Queer Priorities at the Texas Capitol

House's recently formed caucus announces top causes for 2019

"...The Texas House of Representatives’ recently formed LGBTQ Caucus isn’t losing any momentum. Less than a month..."

Feb. 6, 2019 Qmmunity Post by Sarah Marloff

Pink Elephant Puts Black LGBTQ Artists Center Stage

Austin's queer hip-hop fest returns for year two

"...Pink Elephant, returns to Austin this weekend to celebrate LGBTQ and POC artists. Founded by Japan aka Rashaud Hill..."

March 31, 2017 Qmmunity Post by Courtney Naquin

Paxton Sues Obama Over Transgender Rights

State officials continue their anti-trans crusade

"...As part of their crusade to restrict LGBTQ rights, state officials are fighting back against a recent..."

May 25, 2016 News Post by Mary Tuma

Conservative Group: Anti-LGBTQ Bills Could Cost Texas $8.5 Billion

Strange bedfellows make economic case against bigoted bills

"...strongly cautioning against passing any legislation that would hurt LGBTQ Texans...."

Dec. 6, 2016 News Post by Mary Tuma

The History of the LGBTQ Movement in Austin

From Stonewall to today, how Pride has progressed in our city

"...When we talk about the LGBTQ rights movement, so often the focus falls on the..."

Aug. 9, 2019 News Feature by Beth Sullivan

Human Rights Campaign Calls Texas a "High Priority" for LGBTQ Equality

A long way to go, but public opinion trends toward legislative action

"...season is upon us and, according to the Human Rights Campaign, Texas still has a long way to go..."

Feb. 8, 2019 News Feature by Sarah Marloff

Equality Texas Promotes LGBTQ Friendly Legislation

Report finds “stark gap” between acceptance and lack of protections

"...a statewide political advocacy organization for queer and trans rights – urged lawmakers to take action in favor of..."

Feb. 27, 2019 Qmmunity Post by Lilli Hime

LGBTQ Forces Prevail at Capitol – For Now

One religious liberty bill dies; another moves forward

"...Bill Moves Closer to Adoption in a Blow to LGBTQ Rights."..."

May 17, 2019 News Feature by Sarah Marloff

Austin Earns Top Grade in LGBTQ Scorecard

HRC report: Austin, Dallas, Ft. Worth, most LGBTQ-friendly in state

"...lead the nation in offering inclusive policies to the LGBTQ community, according to a new report...."

Oct. 18, 2016 News Post by Mary Tuma

Out Youth Launches “Be YOU” Curriculum for LGBTQ Students

Developed to support the emotional and social well-being of LGBTQ middle and high school students

"...Thanks to LGBTQ youth services nonprofit Out Youth, schools and community organizations..."

Jan. 31, 2020 News Feature by Beth Sullivan

LGBTQ Quality of Life Commission Sends Recommendations to Council

Commission issues three wishes, two that will need money

"...Austin’s LGBTQ Quality of Life Commission has passed its first set..."

Aug. 21, 2017 News Post by Sarah Marloff

After Filing Bill Forcing Schools to Out LGBTQ Kids, Legislator Bullies Media

Sen. Konni Burton's SB 242 isn't being misreported; it's anti-trans

"...After filing anti-LGBTQ legislation late last week, state Sen. Konni Burton, R-Ft...."

Nov. 21, 2016 News Post by Mary Tuma

Celia Israel Campaign Kicks Off “LGBTQ Austinites for Celia”

Mayoral candidate launches new LGBTQ advisory committee

"...mayoral candidate and founding member of the Texas House LGBTQ Caucus Celia Israel launched her “LGBTQ Austinites for Celia”..."

June 29, 2022 Qmmunity Post by James Scott

Inside the Austin History Center’s LGBTQ Collections

The city’s historical archive shines a light on lesser-told stories

"...In researching the history of the LGBTQ rights movement and Pride celebrations in Austin, much of..."

Aug. 9, 2019 News Feature by Beth Sullivan

Qwell Hosts Design Competition for LGBTQ Community Hub

Idea generation has begun for pop-up qmmunity center Austin Outpost

"...focused on creating a home for the third largest LGBTQ community in the United States. And by home, we..."

June 27, 2019 Qmmunity Post by Savana Dunning

Texas LGBTQ Caucus Looking for Change

At town hall reps reinforced the need to flip the House in 2020

"..."Qmmunity: Support Trans Youth"). In response, the Texas House LGBTQ Caucus insisted Monday during an Austin town hall that..."

Nov. 1, 2019 News Feature by Sarah Marloff

GOP Targets Women's Health, LGBTQ Community in First Day of Lege Filing

Texas Dems vow to keep up the fight for LGBTQ residents, women

"...Texas legislators filed three abortion-restrictive bills and the first anti-LGBTQ piece of legislation this filing period, assuring another heated..."

Nov. 14, 2016 News Post by Mary Tuma

Top 10 and Bottom 10 LGBTQ Civil Rights Movement Moments

Your AggreGAYtor gets Aggro on a whole year of good, bad, and fugly

"...some ways, a banner year: marriage equality and trans rights in (some of) the United States… but we also..."

Jan. 6, 2014 Qmmunity Post

Top 10 LGBTQ Victories Worldwide

It’s the most listicle time of the year!

"...In the battle for queer rights, 2018 wasn’t our best year here in the United..."

Dec. 27, 2018 Qmmunity Post by Ray Emerson

Megan Rapinoe Comes to Austin to Talk Equal Rights

The soccer star wowed at the Texas Conference for Women

"...an openly gay woman, Rapinoe is also outspoken about LGBTQ rights. And she’s made no effort to hide her..."

Oct. 25, 2019 Qmmunity Post by Sarah Marloff

Protecting the LGBTQ Community When the State Attacks

From the bathroom bill to marriage equality, can Austin fight back?

"...it legal for child welfare providers to discriminate against LGBTQ youth and would-be foster parents, was signed by Gov...."

Aug. 25, 2017 News Feature by Sarah Marloff

Local Businesses Warn Lege on Anti-LGBTQ Laws

Discriminatory laws not just morally corrupt but financially damaging

"...open early next year). After considering public comment, the LGBTQ-friendly stalls are built, with the exception of some last-minute..."

Nov. 18, 2016 News Feature by Mary Tuma

Austin Excels in LGBTQ Scorecard

Austin continues to lead the nation in offering inclusive policies to the LGBTQ community, according to a new report

"...lead the nation in offering inclusive policies to the LGBTQ community, according to a new report...."

Oct. 21, 2016 News Feature by Mary Tuma

Qmmunity: LGBTQ and the Search for a Wide Enough Umbrella

Plus, OUTsider Fest is here to queer up your weekend

"...that "movement politics" – which he believes the acronym "LGBTQ" is a leader of – ask "ordinary Americans to..."

Feb. 22, 2019 Column by Sarah Marloff

Qmmunity: 2020 Hopefuls Tackle Queer Rights Convo

Gender Unbound, AIDS Walk with Big Freedia, Butch Queen, and more

"...Did you Know: The first LGBTQ Presidential Forum since 2008 is happening Friday, Sept. 20?..."

Sept. 20, 2019 Column by Sarah Marloff

Qmmunity: SCOTUS to Decide if Title VII Extends to LGBTQ

Plus Queerbomb fundraisers and funny queer events

"...accepted for their next docket three cases pertaining to LGBTQ protections under federal law – specifically whether "sex" under..."

April 26, 2019 Column by Sarah Marloff

One Resistance and LGBTQ Human Rights Rallies

"...One Resistance and LGBTQ Human Rights Rally protesters took over Downtown Austin Friday..."

Jan. 23, 2017 Photo Gallery

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