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What you need to know
Last updated: June 2026
Since 2022, Louisiana has passed several laws and policies that impact transgender and LGBTQ+ individuals. Some of these measures are subject to ongoing legal challenges, evolving interpretation, and varying levels of enforcement.
PACE continues to monitor these developments and advocate for policies that protect dignity, safety, and equality for all LGBTQ+ people in Louisiana.
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​2022
Transgender Athlete Ban
Louisiana passed legislation in 2022 restricting transgender girls and women from participating in girls’ sports in public schools and universities. Similar policies remain the subject of ongoing national legal and cultural debate.
2023
"Don't Say Gay" Law
Louisiana enacted legislation restricting classroom discussion of sexual orientation and gender identity in K–12 public education, often referred to in advocacy contexts as a “Don’t Say Gay” law. Implementation and interpretation continue to vary and remain part of ongoing public and legal debate.
Gender-Affirming Care for Minors
Louisiana passed legislation restricting access to certain gender-affirming medical care for individuals under 18. The law has faced legal challenges and may be subject to court rulings affecting enforcement. Adults remain eligible for gender-affirming healthcare.
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2024
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Access to Facilities and School Policies
Louisiana enacted legislation affecting access to restrooms, changing rooms, and sleeping quarters in certain public and charter school settings and other state-regulated facilities. The law defines access based on sex assigned at birth and allows for civil complaints in cases of violation. Portions of this policy remain subject to legal interpretation and potential conflict with federal protections such as Title IX.
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Name and Pronoun Policies in Schools
Legislation places restrictions on how public and charter school employees may use names and pronouns that differ from official records. School policies recognizing chosen names or gender identity may be limited under this framework, and implementation can vary by district and administrative guidance.
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U.S. House Policy on Facility Access
Under Speaker Mike Johnson, the U.S. House of Representatives adopted internal rules in 2024 restricting restroom access for transgender women in House-controlled facilities. These rules apply to congressional spaces and are not federal statutes.
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2026
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Gender Definition in State Law
Louisiana passed legislation redefining “sex” in state law as biological sex assigned at birth for the purposes of state policy and administrative systems. Advocates have raised concerns about how this may affect recognition of gender identity in public institutions and legal frameworks.
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Public Employment & Pronoun Enforcement
Legislation further limited how public employers may enforce workplace policies related to pronoun use and misgendering in state and local government settings. Implementation continues to vary and is subject to interpretation.
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Broader Civil Rights & Identity Documentation Policies
Recent legislation includes changes affecting identity documentation systems, voter registration verification processes, and public benefit eligibility requirements. Advocates have raised concerns about increased administrative scrutiny and broader impacts on marginalized communities.
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Federal Immigration Enforcement Context
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PACE continues to monitor federal immigration enforcement practices and their impact on Louisiana communities. Enforcement priorities and oversight approaches continue to shift, with ongoing public debate around due process, transparency, and community safety.
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​​Our Commitment​
PACE believes that all people deserve dignity, safety, and the freedom to live authentically. We remain committed to advocacy, education, and community support as laws and policies continue to evolve.
