Democrat Gov. Laura Kelly vetoes transgender athlete ban on school sports teams for girls, women

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Kansas Gov. Laura Kelly announced Thursday she has vetoed a proposed ban on transgender athletes from playing on school sports teams for girls and women.

The bill was originally approved by the Republican-controlled House and Senate in early April.

"This legislation sends a devastating message that Kansas is not welcoming to all children and their families, including those who are transgender -- who are already at a higher risk of bullying, discrimination, and suicide", Kelly said in a news release announcing the veto.

"As Kansans, we should be focused on how to include all students in extracurricular activities rather than how to exclude those who may be different than us. Kansas is an inclusive state and our laws should reflect our values. This law does not do that".

Kelly said the bill would have caused more harm than good.

"This bill would also undoubtedly harm our ability to attract and retain businesses", she said. "It would send a signal to prospective companies that Kansas is more focused on unnecessary and divisive legislation, than strategic, pro-growth lawmaking".

Kansas Republicans said Kelly's veto was disappointing.

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Democrat Gov. Laura Kelly vetoes transgender athlete ban on school sports teams for girls, women

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