Montana approves anti-pronouns bill
- Montana Governor Greg Gianforte signed HB 400 into law on May 1, prohibiting government penalties for not using certain names or pronouns.
- The bill arose amid debates on free speech and conscience protections, passing with full Republican support and Democratic opposition noted during February 20 House debate.
- HB 400 protects students and government employees from discipline if they decline to use names or pronouns inconsistent with a person’s biological sex and allows lawsuits against entities imposing speech requirements.
- Representative Caleb Hinkle and others helped pass the bill with 56 Republicans for and 41 Democrats and one Republican against it; Sen. Theresa Manzella said it protects freedom of speech and conscience.
- Critics claim the bill may encourage bullying and harm transgender individuals, while supporters argue it defends civil rights and prevents compelled speech in schools and government.
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Montana approves anti-pronouns bill
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