"The legislation mandates that public buildings must divide bathrooms and changing areas by sex assigned at birth, risking increased scrutiny and harassment for trans individuals."
"Democratic lawmakers have expressed concerns that the bill may be used to target trans people in daily life, making it harder for them to access inclusive bathrooms."
"Public buildings that do not take reasonable steps to prevent access by individuals of the opposite sex may face new civil penalties under the proposed legislation."
"LGBTQ+ advocacy groups warn that the bill creates a harmful and inaccurate definition of sex, potentially placing trans residents at risk."
The Missouri House of Representatives passed a bill requiring public restrooms to be designated by sex assigned at birth, with financial penalties for non-compliance. The legislation is headed to the Senate, where Republicans hold a supermajority. Critics, including Democratic lawmakers and LGBTQ+ advocacy groups, warn that the bill targets trans individuals, making it harder for them to access inclusive facilities and exposing them to harassment. The bill allows residents to seek financial relief if public entities do not enforce these restrictions.
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