The ACLU of Texas is representing local LGBTQ groups and a drag performer in a lawsuit against state officials who will enforce Senate Bill 12 restricting 'sexually oriented performances,' arguing that the law violates the 1st and 14th amendments.
in a lawsuit against the state officials who will enforce Senate Bill 12, which restricts "sexually oriented performances," arguing that the law unconstitutionally violates the First and Fourteenth amendments., but local politicians have made it clear that the law is intended on restricting drag performances in the state.
The ACLU of Texas said the state "has threatened the livelihood and free expression of many Texans." The plaintiffs say their performances and events have been impacted by the impending law, experiencing "financial loss of business, threats to their personal safety" and censorship. Drag shows have become the target of threats and criticism across the country, mostly in conservative-led states, including Texas, Tennessee, Kentucky, Montana and others.
"We will not allow children to be sexualized nor preyed upon in Texas," tweeted state Sen. Bryan Hughes, a sponsor of the bill.
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