South Carolina Equality testified against S.540 during a State House hearing where parents, legal experts, educators, and mental health professionals warned about the bill’s potential harm to LGBTQ youth. Despite unanimous opposition from those who spoke, the Senate subcommittee voted to advance the legislation.

Learn what South Carolina Senate Bill S.540 does, how it could affect LGBTQ youth and families, and why advocates are raising concerns about the proposed legislation.

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