Texas HB3842 prohibits the display of LGBTQ flags in governmental buildings or on governmental property, with exceptions for personal items.

Texas HB3842 amends the Government Code to prohibit governmental entities and their employees from displaying LGBTQ flags in buildings or on property they own or control. This includes classrooms. However, individuals may display personal items with LGBTQ flags, such as pins or clothing, while in public buildings or on governmental property. The bill defines "LGBTQ flag" as a flag showing support for lesbianism, homosexuality, bisexuality, transgenderism, or gender nonconforming behavior. The law does not restrict personal behavior outside of work or protected speech.

Texas HB3842 prohibits the display of LGBTQ flags in governmental buildings or on governmental property, with exceptions for personal items.

Texas HB3842 amends the Government Code to prohibit governmental entities and their employees from displaying LGBTQ flags in buildings or on property they own or control. This includes classrooms. However, individuals may display personal items with LGBTQ flags, such as pins or clothing, while in public buildings or on governmental property. The bill defines "LGBTQ flag" as a flag showing support for lesbianism, homosexuality, bisexuality, transgenderism, or gender nonconforming behavior. The law does not restrict personal behavior outside of work or protected speech.