Ohio Enacts Transgender Bathroom Restrictions in Schools

Ohio Governor Mike DeWine has signed a law requiring students in K-12 schools and higher education institutions to use bathrooms corresponding to their sex assigned at birth, joining over a dozen states with similar restrictions. The law allows for single-occupancy facilities but has sparked debate, with supporters citing privacy concerns and critics warning of potential discrimination against transgender students. This move is part of a broader trend of anti-LGBTQ legislation across the U.S.