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Introduced
03/06/2023
03/06/2023
In Committee
04/19/2023
04/19/2023
Crossed Over
05/03/2023
05/03/2023
Passed
05/03/2023
05/03/2023
Dead
Signed/Enacted/Adopted
05/18/2023
05/18/2023
Introduced Session
2023 Regular Session
Bill Summary
Provides requirements for exclusive use of restrooms & changing facilities by gender; prohibits willfully entering restroom or changing facility designated for opposite sex & refusing to depart when asked to do so; provides requirements for exclusive use of domestic violence centers by gender; provides requirements for correctional institutions; requires entities that receive state licenses to submit compliance documentation; authorizes AG to bring enforcement actions provides exception for individuals born with certain genetically or biochemically verifiable disorder of sex development.
AI Summary
This bill, the "Safety in Private Spaces Act," establishes requirements for the exclusive use of restrooms and changing facilities by gender in covered entities, such as correctional institutions, detention facilities, educational institutions, and public buildings. It prohibits willfully entering a restroom or changing facility designated for the opposite sex and refusing to depart when asked to do so. The bill provides exceptions for certain situations, such as assisting a child or person with a disability, law enforcement purposes, or emergencies. It requires covered entities to submit compliance documentation and authorizes the Attorney General to bring enforcement actions against entities that fail to comply. The bill also includes an exception for individuals born with certain genetically or biochemically verifiable disorders of sex development.
Committee Categories
Business and Industry
Sponsors (11)
Rachel Plakon (R)*,
Doug Bankson (R),
Dean Black (R),
James Buchanan (R),
Tommy Gregory (R),
Jeff Holcomb (R),
Randy Maggard (R),
Stan McClain (R),
Spencer Roach (R),
Rick Roth (R),
Dana Trabulsy (R),
Other Sponsors (1)
Regulatory Reform & Economic Development Subcommittee (House)
Last Action
Chapter No. 2023-106 (on 05/18/2023)
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