"The bills include H.B. 607, a bill banning trans people from using the correct restrooms and changing rooms in government buildings and public businesses, and H.B. 606, a bill criminalizing trans people from using facilities that match their gender identity; H.B. 516, a "don't say gay" bill banning LGBTQ+ instruction in public school classrooms; H.B. 561, a bill banning the Pride flag from being flown at city and county government buildings; and H.B. 557, a bill blocking local LGBTQ+ anti-discrimination protections."
"As such, the bill repeats right-wing anti-trans rhetoric that vilifies trans people as a threat to others. No evidence has shown that trans-inclusive public accommodation laws result in increased sexual violence against others, and state laws already forbid assault against others in public spaces. The bill would allow anyone who encounters a trans person in a government restroom or changing facility to sue the government entity for $10,000 and personal damages."
Idaho's legislature introduced several bills targeting LGBTQ+ people and transgender rights. H.B. 607 would ban trans people from using restrooms and changing rooms in government buildings and public businesses and would permit lawsuits against government entities for $10,000 plus personal damages. H.B. 606 would criminalize trans people who use facilities matching their gender identity. H.B. 516 would prohibit LGBTQ+ instruction in public school classrooms. H.B. 561 would ban Pride flags at city and county government buildings. H.B. 557 would prevent local governments from enacting LGBTQ+ anti-discrimination protections. Advocates warn these measures promote stigma and reduce legal and privacy protections.
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