Tennessee Equality Project
@tnequality.bsky.social
Tennessee's statewide LGBTQ rights and public policy organization. TNEP.org
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We hope you have a great Valentine's Day tomorrow.
February 13, 2026 at 8:54 PM
We hope you have a great Valentine's Day tomorrow.
If you're just sharing the NEWS of anti-LGBTQ legislation in Tennessee, you're missing an opportunity. You could also help people respond. Here are next week's action steps. www.tnep.org/legislative_... .
Legislative campaigns week of Feb. 16, 2026
Legislation important to the LGBTQ community in Tennessee
www.tnep.org
February 13, 2026 at 2:34 PM
If you're just sharing the NEWS of anti-LGBTQ legislation in Tennessee, you're missing an opportunity. You could also help people respond. Here are next week's action steps. www.tnep.org/legislative_... .
Join us. Learn more at the link: www.facebook.com/events/12357... .
February 13, 2026 at 1:57 PM
Join us. Learn more at the link: www.facebook.com/events/12357... .
@nashvillescene.com on anti-LGBTQ bills that advanced and one that stalled this week in TN. www.nashvillescene.com/news/pithint...
On the Hill: Feb. 9-13
Anti-LGBTQ and immigration-enforcement bills advance, voucher accountability fails
www.nashvillescene.com
February 13, 2026 at 1:09 PM
@nashvillescene.com on anti-LGBTQ bills that advanced and one that stalled this week in TN. www.nashvillescene.com/news/pithint...
The Tennessean on this week's Advancing Equality Day on the Hill. www.tennessean.com/story/news/2...
Tennessee Equality Project rallies against legislative "crisis"
As a slate of anti-LGTBQ bills is working through the legislature, the TN Equality Project is rallying against them.
www.tennessean.com
February 13, 2026 at 1:05 PM
The Tennessean on this week's Advancing Equality Day on the Hill. www.tennessean.com/story/news/2...
Thanks to TEP Hamilton & Bradley Counties Chair Marcus Ellsworth for commenting in this piece. newschannel9.com/news/local/p... .
Proposed Tennessee bill says private businesses 'need not' recognize same-sex marriages
A bill filed in the Tennessee General Assembly looks to change the rights of same-sex couples who want to get married.It's one of several bills addressing the r
newschannel9.com
February 13, 2026 at 4:57 AM
Thanks to TEP Hamilton & Bradley Counties Chair Marcus Ellsworth for commenting in this piece. newschannel9.com/news/local/p... .
A bill giving special protections to anti-trans parents is up for a vote in a House subcommittee on Tuesday. Take action with the easy form at the link: ujoin.co/campaigns/36... .
Vote NO on HB2082 on February 17
<p>From the bill summary: As introduced, specifies that a parent's or legal guardian's action of raising, guiding, or instructing the parent's or legal guardian's child in a manner consistent with th...
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February 13, 2026 at 2:53 AM
A bill giving special protections to anti-trans parents is up for a vote in a House subcommittee on Tuesday. Take action with the easy form at the link: ujoin.co/campaigns/36... .
HB2498 prevents TennCare from covering gender-affirming care. But regulations already do this. Why are we going in the wrong direction and putting this into the law? Tell the TennCare Subcommittee your views with the easy campaign at the link: ujoin.co/campaigns/42... .
Vote NO on HB2498 on Tuesday
<p>From the bill summary: As introduced, prohibits the division from providing coverage or reimbursement for a medical procedure performed on, or administered to, an individual if the performance or a...
ujoin.co
February 13, 2026 at 12:09 AM
HB2498 prevents TennCare from covering gender-affirming care. But regulations already do this. Why are we going in the wrong direction and putting this into the law? Tell the TennCare Subcommittee your views with the easy campaign at the link: ujoin.co/campaigns/42... .
The anti-Obergefell bill is on the House floor next Thursday. Use the easy form to contact your own member of the Tennessee House of Representatives. ujoin.co/campaigns/36... .
Vote NO on HB1473 on Feb. 19 on the House floor
<p>This bill says that the Board of Judicial Conduct cannot discipline judges for failing to officiate a same-sex wedding. The bill also says the Obergefell Supreme Court decision does not apply to pr...
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February 12, 2026 at 6:11 PM
The anti-Obergefell bill is on the House floor next Thursday. Use the easy form to contact your own member of the Tennessee House of Representatives. ujoin.co/campaigns/36... .
On Wednesday the House Judiciary Committee considers the Banning Bostock Act! An attack on employment non-discrimination! Take action with the easy form at the link: ujoin.co/campaigns/36... .
HB1472 in House Judiciary
<p>HB1472, the Banning Bostock Act, is up for a vote in House Judiciary Committee on Feb. 18. The Bostock Supreme Court decision is vital for LGBTQ workplace protections. </p>
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February 12, 2026 at 3:44 PM
On Wednesday the House Judiciary Committee considers the Banning Bostock Act! An attack on employment non-discrimination! Take action with the easy form at the link: ujoin.co/campaigns/36... .
2 bills up for votes in House State & Local next Wednesday. Banning government support of Pride emblems and celebrations and using honorifics to misgender trans people at school. Take action with one campaign at ujoin.co/campaigns/42... .
Vote NO on HB1474 and HB1666 on Wednesday in State + Local
<p>Two bills are up for votes in the House State & Local Government Committee on Wednesday, Feb. 18. HB1474, which bans government display of Pride emblems and bans government support of Pride celebra...
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February 12, 2026 at 3:03 PM
2 bills up for votes in House State & Local next Wednesday. Banning government support of Pride emblems and celebrations and using honorifics to misgender trans people at school. Take action with one campaign at ujoin.co/campaigns/42... .
Rough day in TN House: HB1666 on honorifics & HB1474 on Pride flags/celebrations passed Public Service Subcom.
HB1473 on Obergefell passed Judiciary Com. HB1665 on gender questions in health care passed Health Subcom.
HB1472 on Bostock passed House Civil Justice Subcom.
HB1473 on Obergefell passed Judiciary Com. HB1665 on gender questions in health care passed Health Subcom.
HB1472 on Bostock passed House Civil Justice Subcom.
February 11, 2026 at 10:16 PM
Rough day in TN House: HB1666 on honorifics & HB1474 on Pride flags/celebrations passed Public Service Subcom.
HB1473 on Obergefell passed Judiciary Com. HB1665 on gender questions in health care passed Health Subcom.
HB1472 on Bostock passed House Civil Justice Subcom.
HB1473 on Obergefell passed Judiciary Com. HB1665 on gender questions in health care passed Health Subcom.
HB1472 on Bostock passed House Civil Justice Subcom.
@memphisflyer.com on today's press conference on anti-LGBTQ bills in Tennessee. www.memphisflyer.com/advocates-pu...
Advocates Push Back Against Anti-LGBTQ+ Legislation - Memphis Flyer
Proposed bills target drag performances, healthcare for trans people, and more.
www.memphisflyer.com
February 11, 2026 at 6:04 AM
@memphisflyer.com on today's press conference on anti-LGBTQ bills in Tennessee. www.memphisflyer.com/advocates-pu...
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“A total assault on our rights.” 🏳️🌈
@tnequality.bsky.social director Chris Sanders speaks out against the latest Tennessee Republican slate of hate — as they yet again target the community with a series of ugly bills
@tnequality.bsky.social director Chris Sanders speaks out against the latest Tennessee Republican slate of hate — as they yet again target the community with a series of ugly bills
February 11, 2026 at 5:16 AM
“A total assault on our rights.” 🏳️🌈
@tnequality.bsky.social director Chris Sanders speaks out against the latest Tennessee Republican slate of hate — as they yet again target the community with a series of ugly bills
@tnequality.bsky.social director Chris Sanders speaks out against the latest Tennessee Republican slate of hate — as they yet again target the community with a series of ugly bills
NewsChannel5 on Advancing Equality Day on the Hill. www.newschannel5.com/news/lgbtq-a...
LGBTQ+ advocates rally at Tennessee Capitol against 'slate of hate' bills
LGBTQ advocates gathered at Tennessee Capitol to oppose 10 bills they call a "slate of hate," including challenges to workplace protections and same-sex marriage.
www.newschannel5.com
February 10, 2026 at 11:48 PM
NewsChannel5 on Advancing Equality Day on the Hill. www.newschannel5.com/news/lgbtq-a...
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Today wasn’t all bad though. I had a lovely time advocating for the LGBTQ+ community with @tnequality.bsky.social. Met with several legislators, including @brotherjones.bsky.social, @aftynbehn.bsky.social & Sen Heidi Campbell. Didn’t get a pic with Rep Jones but did get an autographed TN Blue Book!
February 10, 2026 at 11:18 PM
Today wasn’t all bad though. I had a lovely time advocating for the LGBTQ+ community with @tnequality.bsky.social. Met with several legislators, including @brotherjones.bsky.social, @aftynbehn.bsky.social & Sen Heidi Campbell. Didn’t get a pic with Rep Jones but did get an autographed TN Blue Book!
Good news for now. SB1424 (vague adult cabaret drag bill) has been put back into the Senate's General Subcommittee. Thanks for your advocacy. Thanks to the Tennessee Pride Chamber for their advocacy!
February 10, 2026 at 9:46 PM
Good news for now. SB1424 (vague adult cabaret drag bill) has been put back into the Senate's General Subcommittee. Thanks for your advocacy. Thanks to the Tennessee Pride Chamber for their advocacy!
Join us tonight (Monday, Feb. 9). Learn more at the link: www.facebook.com/events/11912... .
February 9, 2026 at 1:39 PM
Join us tonight (Monday, Feb. 9). Learn more at the link: www.facebook.com/events/11912... .
At the link you will find our campaigns against anti-LGBTQ bills that are up for a vote in Tennessee next week. Take action! www.tnep.org/legislative_... .
Legislative campaigns week of Feb 9, 2026
Legislation important to the LGBTQ community in Tennessee
www.tnep.org
February 6, 2026 at 3:50 PM
At the link you will find our campaigns against anti-LGBTQ bills that are up for a vote in Tennessee next week. Take action! www.tnep.org/legislative_... .
A bill censoring health care providers on issues of gender and sexuality is up for a vote in the TN House Health Subcommittee on Wednesday. Tell the members to reject it with the easy form at the link:
ujoin.co/campaigns/36...
ujoin.co/campaigns/36...
Vote NO HB1665 in Health Subcommitee on Wednesday
<p>This bill prevents health care providers from asking children and youth about gender and sexuality without parental permission. This bill comes between providers and patients and limits access to v...
ujoin.co
February 6, 2026 at 4:53 AM
A bill censoring health care providers on issues of gender and sexuality is up for a vote in the TN House Health Subcommittee on Wednesday. Tell the members to reject it with the easy form at the link:
ujoin.co/campaigns/36...
ujoin.co/campaigns/36...
On Wednesday a House subcommittee will vote on a bill to take on the Bostock Supreme Court decision so important to LGBTQ workplace protections. Take action with the easy form at the link: ujoin.co/campaigns/29... .
Vote NO on HB1472 on Wednesday in Civil Justice
<p>This bill sets up a state clash with a major Supreme Court decision important for protecting LGBTQ people from job discrimination.</p>
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February 5, 2026 at 6:53 PM
On Wednesday a House subcommittee will vote on a bill to take on the Bostock Supreme Court decision so important to LGBTQ workplace protections. Take action with the easy form at the link: ujoin.co/campaigns/29... .
A bill banning government support for Pride flags/celebrations & a bill that says one need not use gender-appropriate honorifics for trans and non-binary people in school settings up for a vote in the House Public Service Subcomm. Take action with the quick form at the link.
ujoin.co/campaigns/35...
ujoin.co/campaigns/35...
Vote NO on HB1474 and HB1666 on Wednesday
<p>Two bills are up for a vote in the House Public Service Subcommittee. HB1474 prohibits government support for Pride flags/emblems and celebrations. HB1666 says that it is not required to use gender...
ujoin.co
February 5, 2026 at 4:19 AM
A bill banning government support for Pride flags/celebrations & a bill that says one need not use gender-appropriate honorifics for trans and non-binary people in school settings up for a vote in the House Public Service Subcomm. Take action with the quick form at the link.
ujoin.co/campaigns/35...
ujoin.co/campaigns/35...
2 weeks ago you sent hundreds of messages to Senate Judiciary on the adult cabaret/drag bill. The weather hit last week & then they deferred the bill this week. So we're asking you to send another message to key senators before Tuesday when they will vote on the bill. ujoin.co/campaigns/36... .
Vote NO on SB1424 on Tuesday in Senate Judiciary
<p>A vague adult cabaret bill is now scheduled for the Senate Judiciary Committee on Feb. 10 after being deferred a week. The bill could affect venues that host even a single drag performance. Use thi...
ujoin.co
February 5, 2026 at 2:40 AM
2 weeks ago you sent hundreds of messages to Senate Judiciary on the adult cabaret/drag bill. The weather hit last week & then they deferred the bill this week. So we're asking you to send another message to key senators before Tuesday when they will vote on the bill. ujoin.co/campaigns/36... .
The anti-Obergefell bill is up for a vote in the TN House Judiciary Committee on Feb. 11. It's easy to take action at the link. ujoin.co/campaigns/36... .
Obergefell in House Judiciary
<p>This bill says that the Board of Professional Responsibility cannot discipline attorneys for failing to officiate a same-sex wedding. The bill also says the Obergefell Supreme Court decision does n...
ujoin.co
February 5, 2026 at 1:58 AM
The anti-Obergefell bill is up for a vote in the TN House Judiciary Committee on Feb. 11. It's easy to take action at the link. ujoin.co/campaigns/36... .
ABC News talks with former Justice Anthony Kennedy about some of his key rulings. abcnews.go.com/Politics/for...
Former Justice Anthony Kennedy sees an uncertain future for his legacy gay rights rulings
Retired Supreme Court Justice Anthony Kennedy spoke with ABC News about his landmark rulings over 30 years on the bench, the court in the Trump era, and his legacy.
abcnews.go.com
February 4, 2026 at 2:24 PM
ABC News talks with former Justice Anthony Kennedy about some of his key rulings. abcnews.go.com/Politics/for...