“Safety in numbers”: LGBTQ+ Tennesseans navigate life with few protections

A 2026 SafeHome.org analysis ranks Tennessee 47th in the U.S. for LGBTQ+ safety, citing a lack of legal protections in employment, housing, and public accommodations. New Tennessee laws, including HB0754, SB1989, SB0468, and HB1476, have raised concerns among LGBTQ+ residents about anti-equality legislation and safety.