Texas 'religious freedom' bill opens door to LGBT discrimination, opponents say

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Texas 'religious freedom' bill opens door to LGBT discrimination, opponents say
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Proposed law would protect the right of state-licensed workers to refuse to provide services based on their religious beliefs

Civil rights advocates are condemning a proposed Texas law they say opens the door to discrimination against the LGBT community and religious minorities.

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