A Florida judge ruled portions of a book ban unconstitutional, stating the legislation was unreasonably vague. The law, which restricted discussions of sexual orientation and gender identity in classrooms and mandated the removal of certain books, had sparked controversy. Key titles removed included The Color Purple and The Handmaid's Tale. Legal action was taken by publishers and parents against the law's enforcement. The judge concluded that the restrictions on materials describing sexual conduct were overly broad and unreasonable, rendering them unconstitutional.
None of these books are obscene. The restrictions placed on these books are thus unreasonable. The prohibition of material that describes sexual conduct was over-broad and unconstitutional.
The law banned teachers from discussing sexual orientation and gender identity in classrooms up to eighth grade, and prohibited referring to individuals by names and pronouns that do not correspond to that person's sex.
The legislation set a process for parents to complain about disagreeable books and materials, forcing educators to remove them within five school days until the complaint is resolved.
The targeting of LGBTQ+ rights has included restricting drag shows and access to gender-affirming care for trans youth, barring transgender people from using certain restrooms.
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