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Texas Lt. Gov. Dan Patrick unveiled a bill that would require people to use the bathrooms of their birth genders in public schools and state and local government facilities—while brushing aside worries the legislation would cause a backlash.

Kentucky legislative leaders are moving to pass a so-called right-to-work measure as Republican victories this fall have removed roadblocks in three states to passing such laws this year.

Senate Majority Leader Mitch McConnell reiterated the need to swiftly repeal and replace the Affordable Care Act, as Republicans face growing questions about the turmoil that might ensue.