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If you’re a parent of a trans youth and need assistance, email Danielle.S@transalliesohio.org.
UPDATES - September 17, 2024
Ohio Advocacy Day
October 2, 2024
Seeking passionate advocates for reproductive and gender equity!
Join Trans Allies of Ohio and our Coalition Partners at the Ohio Statehouse on October 2nd for an opportunity to talk about the issues that matter most to you with lawmakers who have set aside the day to listen. We will show you what advocacy at the Statehouse looks like, teach you how to use your own unique voice, and be with you every step of the way -- breakfast and lunch vouchers provided!
Sign up soon to join us for our Thursday, September 19th, ZOOM WEBINAR where we'll discuss what to expect at the Statehouse and provide up-to-date information on pending bills of concern to you.
Later registrations are also welcome!
NO EXPERIENCE NECESSARY!
PARTICIPATION IS FREE!
TO OHIO FAMILIES OF TRANS YOUTH:
You are not alone. TransOhio & TransAllies of Ohio are here to provide support, answer questions, and direct you to needed resources during this difficult time.
We are organizing support groups and information sessions for parents and caregivers of transgender and gender non-conforming youth in Ohio. For more information, email: danielle.s@transalliesohio.org.
TransOhio has a detailed list of available EMERGENCY RESOURCES for members of Ohio’s trans and gender non-conforming community. FIND IT HERE.
To apply for financial assistance, visit TRANSOHIO’S EMERGENCY FUND.
WHAT YOU CAN DO TO HELP
Ohio's Transgender Community Today!
Honesty for Ohio Education Team Meetings:
September 26
Meetings begin @ 7pm
We are seeing schools and school districts across the state facing calls for book bans, "don't say gay" and trans bathroom ban policies, and disruptive religious release programs that teach extremist "biblical" lessons.
Meet with area Honesty for Ohio Education Teams to share updates and news about your school, respond to new and emerging education issues, and learn community organizing skills to prepare to fight back against book bans, anti-LGBTQ/anti-DEI policies, "right to evangelize students" release programs before they show up on your school's doorstep.
COURT WATCH
July 15 – 19, 2024 – HB 68 lawsuit tried in Franklin County Common Pleas Court
August 6, 2024: HB 68 Becomes Effective
Judge Holbrook of Franklin County Court of Common Pleas rules against Ohio families of transgender youth, lifts the restraining order, and HB 68 goes into effect.
August 8, 2024: A Motion for and Injunction is filed
Plaintiffs, represented by ACLU of Ohio and the law firm Goodwin files a motion with the 10th Circuit Court of Appeals for an injunction (restraining order) to place enforcement of HB 68 on hold. To date (Aug 21), the court has not ruled on this motion. HB 68 is in effect as of Aug 21, 2024.
September 11, 2024: Ohio Appeals Court will hear oral arguments on HB 68.
MORE INFORMATION ON HB 68 LAWSUIT
Find lawsuit documents by plugging in “Madeline Moe” and Court Case: 24 CV 002481 in the Court’s “Find my Case” search engine.
3/26/24 – ACLU of Ohio files lawsuit in Franklin County Court of Common Pleas on the grounds HB 68 violates Ohio’s Constitution
4/16/24 – Temporary Restraining Order barring implementation of H.B. 68 Granted by Judge Holbrook in Franklin County Court of Common Pleas
5/2/24 – Court Order scheduling trial for July 15, 2024 @ 9 am on the merits on the merits of ACLU of Ohio’s lawsuit & extension of TRO until the end of that trial.
Please follow ACLU of Ohio and TransOhio for updates.