California Legislative LGBTQ Caucus

We’re proud to announce 15 of our priority bills passed the Legislature and are on their way to the Governor’s Desk! 1/3

Our commitment is unwavering: schools must remain safe, inclusive spaces for every student. See our full statement ⬆️

Forced outing isn’t a theoretical concern— it has & will lead to rejection, discrimination, homelessness, & violence. Educators shouldn’t be turned into agents of compulsory disclosure. This ruling revives a dangerous decision & creates real fear for students & families across CA

ICYMI — The California Legislative LGBTQ Caucus released the following statement in response to the fatal shooting of Renee Nicole Good by an ICE agent in Minneapolis yesterday: lgbtqcaucus.legislature.ca.gov/node/217

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The CA Leg. LGBTQ Caucus sends its utmost gratitude to Pro Tem Monique Limón for appointing/re-appointing 7 of our LGBTQ Caucus Members to positions in her Leadership team & as Chairs of pivotal Committees 🌈 Please join us in thanking the PT & congratulating our Members! 1/3

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We issued the following statement after the release of 2 long-awaited proposed rules by the federal Department of HHS’ CMS that aim to limit life-saving, medically necessary health care for transgender youth across the nation. lgbtqcaucus.legislature.ca.gov/node/215 1/3

Today and every day, we stand with survivors, advocates, and loved ones. Together, let’s end the epidemics. 3/3

As we reflect on decades of progress, our LGBTQ Caucus continues to advance policies that expand access to testing and treatment, strengthen prevention efforts, and support community-led care. Ending the HIV epidemic means investing in the people and programs that save lives. 2/3

World AIDS Day calls us to honor the millions of lives lost, uplift those living with HIV, and recommit to a future free of stigma and inequity. 1/3

#TransLivesMatter 🏳️‍⚧️

Some were taken by direct violence, & others by suicide- both rooted in the same systems of hate, discrimination, and harassment. Today & always, we honor their lives, speak their names, & reaffirm our unwavering commitment to ending all forms of violence against our community

Transgender Day of Remembrance (TDOR) was founded over 25 years ago to memorialize the murder of a transgender woman. Since last year’s TDOR, we’ve continued to lose members of our TGI community- and even one life lost is one too many. 1/3

Our Caucus remains committed to listening and uplifting our community’s voices to ensure our work meets the needs and best support Californians statewide. 2/2

Our LGBTQ Caucus was honored to have Senator Caroline Menjivar speak at the LIVE Annual Summit this month 🌈 It was an inspiring space focused on LGBTQ+ mental health and community care. 1/2

Today and every day, we reflect with gratitude on the men and women who wore our nation’s uniform. Their service and sacrifice continue to inspire us all.

On Veterans Day, we honor the people who have bravely served in the United States Armed Forces. Wearing the uniform is an act of service and sacrifice. Thank you to all our Veterans. Please thank a Veteran in your life!

Thank you, Madam Speaker. In 1987, I was a closeted teenager terrified of a world that seemed determined to eliminate gay people. You used your platform in Congress to fight AIDS — to fight for people like me. 1/2