Legislative Details
The approved a bill banning transgender students from using bathrooms that correspond with their gender identities, affecting public K-12 schools and higher education institutions.
The bill mandates separate bathrooms, locker rooms, and overnight accommodations based on sex assigned at birth, excluding school employees, emergencies, or assistance scenarios.
Reactions and Implications
Critics, including the ACLU of Ohio, argue the bill infringes on privacy rights and could create unsafe environments for transgender individuals, highlighting higher rates of sexual violence against transgender people.
Supporters, like the , praise the bill as a victory for protecting children, urging to sign it. DeWine has expressed inclination to sign after a legal review.