The state attorney general’s office appealed a state district court injunction that said the new prohibitions deprives trans kids healthcare
Texas families and doctors sued the state in July with the hope of blocking the law. They argued SB 14 violates the Texas Constitution
Students confronted with impact of new law requiring all state-funded colleges & universities to close diversity, equity & inclusion offices
Outside the library were protestors, who told the media Abbott's priorities were out of step with the wishes of the majority of Texans
The families argue the new law violates their parental rights by stopping them from providing medical care for their children
Texas joins over a dozen other states restricting transgender minors from accessing puberty blockers and hormone therapies
The House voted 121-23 to suspend Ken Paxton and refer him to the Senate for trial on charges of bribery, abuse of office and obstruction
Defections sparked feelings of betrayal & promises of retribution, particularly as Republicans in the Legislature presented a unified front
Bans like SB14 are opposed by the American Medical Association, the American Psychological Association, & the American Academy of Pediatrics
If SB 14 becomes law, it takes effect on Sept 1 making Texas one of over a 15 states that restrict transition-related care for trans minors
