LGBTQ Justice

The ACLU of Idaho works to ensure that lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender and queer people can live openly without discrimination and enjoy equal rights, personal autonomy, and freedom of expression.

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For nearly a century, the ACLU has defended the rights of the LGBTQ community to live authentically and without discrimination, harassment, or violence. Today, the ACLU of Idaho carries on this tradition through local advocacy initiatives, legal challenges, and legislative efforts.

In recent years, state legislatures across the U.S. have advanced an unprecedented number of bills that target the LGBTQ community – particularly trans youth. Here in Idaho, we remain diligent in our efforts to protect and defend the rights, personal autonomy, and dignity of our community.

Our work continues beyond the legislative session. Below are factsheets that help explain recent legislative attacks on LGBTQ Idahoans.

The Latest

Press Release
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Supreme Court Fails Trans People, Upholds Bans on Gender-Affirming Medical Care for Youth

SCOTUS made a landmark decision on gender-affirming medical care for minors.
Issue Areas: LGBTQ Justice
Resource
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2025 Legislative Session: LGBTQ+ Rights and Trans Justice

Press Release
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ACLU of Idaho Scores Major Victory in Recent Lawsuit, Robinson v. Labrador

The ACLU of Idaho won an important step in the lawsuit Robinson v. Labrador.
News & Commentary
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Judge Blocks First Law Targeting Transgender Athletes as Case Continues

A federal judge today blocked Idaho’s law targeting transgender student athletes.
Court Case
Nov 07, 2024

Robinson v. Labrador

Protecting access to gender-affirming medical care in Idaho prisons.
Court Case
Jun 01, 2023

Poe v. Labrador

Families sue to block Idaho's ban on health care for trans youth.
Court Case
Apr 15, 2020

Hecox v. Little

Affirming the rights of transgender women and intersex athletes.
Court Case
Jun 27, 2025

Davids v. Adams

Preserving access to life-saving HIV treatment for immigrants in Idaho.