Tensions Rise at Texas Bathroom Bill Hearing

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A Texas House committee is considering Senate Bill 8, a controversial bathroom bill that restricts transgender people's access to bathrooms in public and government buildings, with supporters citing safety and morality concerns, while opponents warn it could incite violence and discrimination. The bill includes penalties for violations and aims to shield itself from legal challenges, raising significant debate over transgender rights and safety in Texas.
- Tensions flare as Texas House panel hears a “bathroom bill” for first time in eight years The Texas Tribune
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- Texas constable tells legislators ‘We’re not interested in being the potty police’ at bathroom bill hearing yahoo.com
- Committee leaves transgender restroom ban bill pending after 2 hours of tense testimony KXAN Austin
- Man escorted out of Texas bathroom ban bill House hearing but not arrested, DPS says Dallas News
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