TALLAHASSEE, Fla. – PFLAG and Equality Florida are urging parents, families and allies to travel to the state Capitol next week to oppose several measures they say would harm LGBTQ+ youth and families.
Lawmakers and state agencies are advancing proposals that organizers say would expand so-called “Don’t Say Gay or Trans” restrictions into workplaces, reduce HIV funding that could affect thousands of Floridians and roll back protections for LGBTQ+ youth in foster care, including measures that could allow conversion practices, the groups said.
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“Being physically present at the Capitol helps slow harmful bills, shows decision-makers that families are paying attention, and reminds them that children deserve safety, affirmation and love,” the groups said in the release.
Equality Florida is organizing buses to make it easier for people across the state to attend key committee hearings. PFLAG said the organizations are asking families and allies to join them in Tallahassee the week of Feb. 16-19 to show a united presence for LGBTQ+ families.
For those with transportation challenges, organizers said they are renting a large passenger van that will carry up to 15 people to Tallahassee on Feb. 17 or Feb. 18.
Organizers asked interested people to contact PFLAG or Equality Florida for details about schedules, bus routes and how to reserve a seat.