Court blocks Montana drag ban ahead of Pride events
A federal court judge temporarily blocked the enforcement of Montana’s ban on drag performances on public property two days before Montana Pride events are set to begin.
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A federal court judge temporarily blocked the enforcement of Montana’s ban on drag performances on public property two days before Montana Pride events are set to begin.
HELENA, Mont. — A federal judge in Montana has issued a temporary block on a new law that restricts drag performances just days before the 30th anniversary celebration of Montana Pride in Helena. U.S. District Court Judge Brian Morris stated that the law's wording could disproportionately harm drag performers and individuals outside traditional gender and…
A federal judge in Montana has temporarily blocked a new law that puts restrictions on drag performances just days before Montana Pride's 30th anniversary celebration.
The ruling will allow Montana Pride to advertise and hold some of its events in public places.
Montana Pride, an event that draws about 15,000 to Helena and includes drag performances and story hours, is set to start this weekend.