Despite HB 4117’s exceptions for peaceful protest, its opponents and even some supporters are worried the bill could cause a free speech chilling effect.
Nicole Ludden has been a journalist her whole life, starting with her high school paper. A Cronkite grad, she’s covered local government at the Arizona Daily Star, Tucson Weekly, and the AZ Republic.
While advocates advised families of queer youth to stop showing up at the Capitol for fear of being sought out and investigated, others continue to have their voices heard in hearings.
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