Several Iowa cities have amended ordinances banning sexually explicit adult performances and nudity performances after the ACLU insisted on rules banning drag shows, according to the Des Moines Register. It is said that there is

Walkie, Grinnell, Knoxville and newton “Female impersonators,” “male impersonators,” “go-go dancers,” restricting adult performances after ACLU sends letters to cities claiming policy banning drag shows is unconstitutional Amending the city ordinance to do so. according to Go to the Des Moines Register. The policy limits where “adult entertainment businesses” featuring sexually explicit or nudity performances can be located. (Related article: “Does this outfit make you turn around?”: Parents wear drag queen outfits at school board)

“These communities have ordinances that specifically classify all drug entertainment as adult entertainment,” said ACLU chief attorney Shefari Aurora. Said in a press release.

In a press release, the ACLU said the city’s policies were “too broad,” violated free speech, and violated “equal protection for the LGBTQ community.”

According to a report in the Des Moines Register, Walkie agreed to the policy change, even though he had claimed that drag shows were not for the show and were only for nude performances. The city follows the ACLU’s request and changes its policy to eliminate “outdated” language.

“The City Council will finalize the wording later this summer as part of a zoning ordinance amendment, following staff review, planning and zoning committee consideration, and public notice of necessary changes,” said Heather Berens, a spokesperson for the city of Waukee. We anticipate that changes will be considered.” told the outlet.

The Iowa Legislature was considering: Specification Adults who allow minors to participate in sexually explicit drag shows would then be criminalized. In Tennessee, a judge overturned a law banning adult cabaret performances on public premises, calling the bill “unconstitutional, vague and materially too broad.” according to to the Associated Press.

The Iowa ACLU, Walkie Mayor’s Office, Grinnell City Hall, Knoxville City Hall and Newtown City Hall did not immediately respond to the Daily Caller News Foundation’s request for comment.

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