Ohio Enacts Transgender Student Bathroom Ban

Ohio Governor Mike DeWine has signed a bill into law that prohibits transgender students from using school bathrooms and locker rooms that align with their gender identity, requiring them to use facilities matching their gender assigned at birth. The law, which also restricts overnight accommodations in schools, will take effect in 90 days and is expected to face legal challenges. The legislation has sparked opposition from transgender individuals, allies, and educators, with some families considering leaving Ohio due to the state's anti-transgender policies.