Referendum 101
Catholic group shifts position on repeal campaign against law meant to help trans youth
A notable ally has rejoined a conservative fight to repeal a new law intended to protect transgender youth who are homeless or fleeing difficult family situations. The law, Senate Bill 5599, allows shelters to notify state authorities instead of parents when a young person seeks refuge to pursue gender-affirming care or reproductive health services. After […]
Time running out for repeal effort targeting law to protect trans youth in crisis
There aren’t many signs an effort to repeal a new Washington law meant to protect transgender youth who are homeless or fleeing difficult family situations is gaining enough support to make it onto the November ballot. Senate Bill 5599, which allows shelters to notify state authorities instead of parents when a young person seeks refuge […]
Repeal effort targets law to help trans youth in crisis
Voters may get the last word on a new law allowing emergency shelters to notify state authorities rather than parents when a youth seeks refuge as they pursue gender-affirming health care or reproductive services. Opponents contend the legislation undermines the power of parents and will attempt to repeal it with a referendum in November. They […]