Tennessee bans drag show performances in the presence of minors

Tennessee governor Bill Lee has signed the first-of-its-kind bill that bans some drag performances in the state.

Image Credit - Google

The law, which comes into force next month, bans drag performances in public places or any location where minors can view them.

Image Credit - Google

The measure covers “topless dancers, go-go dancers, exotic dancers, strippers, male or female impersonators, or similar entertainers”.

Image Credit - Google

The law states that first-time offenders will be slapped with misdemeanors, while subsequent offenses will be seen as felonies and could invite prison sentences of up to six years.

Image Credit - Google

Senate Majority Leader Jack Johnson, one of the sponsors of the bill, celebrated the legislation

Image Credit - Google

“The bill gives confidence to parents that they can take their kids to a public or private show and will not be blindsided by a sexualised performance,”

Image Credit - Google

While Lee prepared to bring in the legislation, a purported photo of him from apparently a 1977 school yearbook showing him dressed as a woman started doing the rounds.

Image Credit - Google

However, there are others who think the law won't have any major effect on drag shows as they are legal under Tennessee's existing laws on obscenity

Image Credit - Google

FOR MORE SUCH STORIES VISIT BREEZYSCROLL