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Restrictions to drag performances, story times advance in Texas Senate

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Texas lawmakers vote to advance two bills that would enact restrictions to drag-related events. SB 12 would levy a penalty of up to $10,000 against any business owner hosting a drag show. SB 1601 would bar the state from providing money to any municipal library if it holds an event with someone dressed in drag reading books to children.

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KXAN

Restrictions to drag performances, story times advance in Texas Senate

Members of the Texas Senate Committee on State Affairs agreed Monday to send on the two proposed drag restrictions — Senate Bill 12 and Senate Bill 1601 — for debate to the full chamber. Both measures advanced in committee by votes of 6-2.

1 year ago·Austin, United States

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San Antonio Current

Texas Senate committee advances bills restricting certain drag shows

It’s been a long day for Robyn Valentine. Standing in a packed Capitol hallway, the Corpus Christi-based drag performer could be spotted with her pink wig, stage makeup and baby blue clown outfit that comes with a ruffle collar and tulle sleeves.

1 year ago

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Houston Public Media

Texas Senate committee advances bills restricting certain drag shows

Proposed legislation from Sen. Bryan Hughes, R-Mineola, would criminalize explicit performances where children are present and strip libraries of state funding for hosting any event featuring performers in drag. Critics say the bill is discriminatory and unconstitutional.

1 year ago·Houston, United States

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The Gilmer Mirror

Texas Senate committee advances bills restricting certain drag shows

By Alex Nguyen and William Melhado, The Texas Tribune March 23, 2023 “Texas Senate committee advances bills restricting certain drag shows” was first published by The Texas Tribune, a nonprofit, nonpartisan media organization that informs Texans — and engages with them — about public policy, politics, government and statewide issues. Sign up for The Brief, The Texas Tribune’s daily newsletter that keeps readers up to speed on the most essential…

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