It’s been over a year since a federal judge struck down the Tennessee drag ban. The bill’s broad language targeting “adult cabaret performances” in public spaces only succeeded in receiving a permanent injunction from federal judge Tommy Parker.
Florida’s attempt to ban public drag shows also obtained a permanent injunction in November. Missouri and Ohio are the only states with active legislation that would ban drag shows and limit gender expression if passed.
In Missouri, four bills await further action after being introduced in the General Assembly at the start of the 2024 session.
In Ohio, HB 245 could be mistaken for one of Missouri’s drag bans. It is currently the most advanced after its second committee hearing.
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