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How bathroom bans on federal property would impact trans Americans

A proposed bill in Congress would ban trans people from bathrooms in museums, national parks and other federal property. How would it be enforced, and what are the consequences?

Idaho's Anti-Transgender School Restroom Law Blocked by Court

It was set to take effect Thursday.

Wisconsin Trans Student Sues for Equal Bathroom Access

Ashton Whitaker's school is violating federal law by denying him access to the boys' restroom, says the Transgender Law Center.

California Adopts Groundbreaking All-Gender Restroom Access Law

Beginning in March, all single-occupancy public restrooms in the state must be open to all genders. California is the first state with such a law.

Judge Dismisses Challenge to Ohio School District's Trans-Inclusive Restroom Policy

There is not a constitutional right to "transgender-free restrooms," a federal judge ruled.

Nashville Mayor: Tenn. Transphobia Could Cost $58M

And that’s just the projected impact in “direct visitor spending” in Nashville alone.

Lawmakers Call Special Session on Charlotte 'Bathroom Bill'

The state legislature, which has the power to overrule municipal laws, is targeting an ordinance allowing transgender people to use the public restrooms matching their gender identity.

Uncover the Latest False Claim of Trans Bathroom Harassment

Supporters of a campaign to repeal California's new law supporting transgender students are once again publishing false claims that allege trans teenagers are harassing their female classmates in restrooms.

Fla. OK's Sweeping Anti-LGBTQ+ Rules in Schools After 'Don't Say Gay'

One rule requires public notification about restroom access for transgender students, while another threatens teacher's licenses under the "don't say gay" law.

Idaho Bathroom Law Targeting Transgender Students Blocked by Judge

He issued a temporary restraining order that stops the new law from being implemented while a legal challenge makes its way through the court system.

Pennsylvania schools are putting in windows in gender-inclusive restrooms so teachers can monitor students

The South Western School District is drawing much criticism for the plan, taken on the advice of a right-wing law firm.

Could courthouses provide the blueprint for safe transgender bathrooms?

As states move to exclude trans people from using certain public spaces, courtroom accessibility is key to ensuring that jury pools reflect the makeup of the country, experts say.

Virginia Beach Students Push Back Against Glenn Youngkin's Anti-Trans Policies

The students have been attending every school board meeting for the past year to speak out.

Indiana Trans Students Will Continue to Access Appropriate Facilities

The students can use the restrooms and locker rooms for their gender identity while their lawsuits proceed, an appeals court has ruled.

Judge: Tennessee Can't Require Warnings on Trans-Inclusive Restrooms

The Tennessee law is unconstitutional because it forces citizens to engage in speech they disagree with, a federal judge ruled.

Single-Stall Restrooms Could Go Gender-Neutral in Calif.

A San Francisco Democrat has introduced legislation that would require all single-stall restrooms in the state to be available to people of all genders. 

Human Rights Campaign Sues Tennessee Over Anti-Trans Restroom Law

Denying trans students access to the restrooms of their choice violates the U.S. Constitution and federal law, the suit says.

North Carolina Law Doesn't Restrict Trans Restroom Access, Judge Rules

Activists challenging the law welcome the ruling, and their suit against its other provisions will continue.

Etsy Crafts Gender-Neutral Bathrooms for Its HQ

The virtual mall for small retailers encourages employees and visitors to its Brooklyn headquaters to use the restroom of their choice. 

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Five Reasons We're Winning the Bathroom War

We've learned a lot since that debacle in Houston last fall.

Tennessee Will Mandate Warning Signs for Trans-Friendly Restrooms

Gov. Bill Lee has signed the bill, which the Human Rights Campaign calls "offensive and humiliating."