A new bill filed by Alabama House Republicans would ban all public drag shows, among other performances, in the presence of minors.
, filed Thursday, would outlaw any “lewd or lascivious dancing, presentations, or activities” that include “exotic dancers or male or female impersonators” in public K-12 schools, libraries or any other public places where children under 18 are present.
A drag performer by the name of Champagne Monroe reads the children's book "Rainbow Fish" to a group of kids and parents at the Mobile Public Library for Drag Queen Story Hour in Mobile, Ala. on Sept. 8, 2018. The event, sponsored by LGBT group Rainbow Mobile, involves local drag queen performers reading to children.
“This bill is an outrageous attack on freedom of expression and the vibrant culture of the LGBTQ community in Alabama,” said Central Alabama Pride President Josh Coleman, adding that the bill was so broad it could “criminalize a day at the beach.” HB401 will be heard in the House State Government Committee before it is able to be voted on in the House floor.
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