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WASHINGTON (AP) — President Joe Biden is issuing executive orders to stymie what the White House says are discriminatory legislative attacks on the LGBTQ community by Republican-controlled states.
The orders seek to discourage “conversion therapy,” which is a discredited practice that aims to change a person’s sexual orientation or gender identity. The orders also are intended to promoted gender-affirming surgery and expanded foster care protections for gay and transgender parents and children.
The White House says the actions are meant to counter 300-plus anti-LGBTQ laws introduced by state lawmakers over the past year alone. Biden and Vice President Kamala Harris are to host a reception later Wednesday featuring LGBTQ activists, members of Congress and top administration officials.
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