Colorado House Advances Controversial Transgender Protections Bill

The Kelly Loving Act, which classifies 'deadnaming' and 'misgendering' as discriminatory acts, passed its first committee vote and moves to the full House for debate.

House Bill 1312, named the Kelly Loving Act, aims to expand anti-discrimination protections for transgender individuals under Colorado law.
The bill passed the Colorado House Judiciary Committee in a 7-4 party-line vote and will now be considered by the full House.
Key provisions include classifying 'deadnaming' and 'misgendering' as discriminatory acts and forms of 'coercive control' in child custody disputes.
The legislation also prohibits Colorado courts from enforcing out-of-state laws that penalize parents for allowing gender-affirming care.
A costly provision requiring chosen names on all state forms was removed to address budgetary concerns and facilitate the bill's progression.