QuoteThe comments by Joe Straus in The New Yorker appear to repeat concerns raised by LGBT rights groups.
https://www.thestar.com/news/world/2017/07/03/texas-republican-rejects-proposed-bathroom-bill-says-he-didnt-want-a-suicide-on-his-hands.html (https://www.thestar.com/news/world/2017/07/03/texas-republican-rejects-proposed-bathroom-bill-says-he-didnt-want-a-suicide-on-his-hands.html)
The Associated Press 07/03/2017
Mr. Straus displays common sense, empathy, and the courage to act on principle. Texas definitely needs him.