Gay and Transgender Panic Legal Defenses

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AI Summary: The "Gay and Transgender Panic Legal Defenses" bill aims to prohibit the use of gay and transgender panic defenses in federal court cases. These defenses, which seek to justify violent crimes by claiming a victim's sexual orientation or gender identity caused the defendant's actions, would be banned under this legislation. The bill seeks to promote equality and protect LGBTQ individuals from discrimination and violence by ensuring such defenses cannot be used to excuse criminal behavior. Prohibiting these defenses could lead to fairer legal proceedings and greater protection for the LGBTQ community.

Latest Action: Filed

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Actions (6):

  • 2023-10-10 : Filed

  • 2023-10-17 : Referred to Criminal Justice Subcommittee

  • 2023-10-17 : Referred to Judiciary Committee

  • 2023-10-17 : Now in Criminal Justice Subcommittee

  • 2024-01-09 : 1st Reading (Original Filed Version)

  • 2024-03-08 : Died in Criminal Justice Subcommittee

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