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Dems violated freedom of speech during transgender bill’s debate, conservative groups allege
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Conservative groups sue Democrat lawmakers alleging their freedom of speech was violated because they were forced to use 'preferred pronouns' when talking about transgender individuals
The suit alleges that Colorado lawmakers silenced the groups during public hearings for HB24-1071, colloquially known as "Tiara's Law," which is a bill that would make it easier for transgender felons to change their name. It is still being discussed in the legislature. Jamie Joseph is a writer who covers politics. She leads Fox News Digital coverage of the Senate.
The defendants listed in the 30-page lawsuit are: Rep. Lorena Garcia, Chair of the House Judiciary Committee Mike Weissman, Rep. Leslie Herod, Chair of the Senate Judiciary Committee Julie Gonzales and Sen. Dafna Michaelson Jenet. All are Democrats.