Idaho Gov. Signs Nation’s Toughest ‘Trans’ Bathroom Law on ‘Transgender Day of Visibility’
Idaho Gov. Brad Little (R) on Tuesday signed House Bill 752, a law restricting public bathroom use to an individual’s biological sex, set to take effect July 1.
The legislation makes Idaho the first state in the nation to impose criminal penalties for knowingly entering bathrooms designated for the opposite sex in government buildings and public accommodations, including private businesses.
The signing coincided with “Transgender Day of Visibility,” when activists gathered outside the statehouse to protest, the Idaho Statesman reported.
Supporters argue the law safeguards privacy, safety, and women’s spaces.
Republican lawmakers emphasized that the legislation provides clear rules for public facilities while including exemptions for medical emergencies, custodial duties, and law enforcement activities.
First-time violations carry a misdemeanor with up to one year in prison, while a second offense within five years can result in a felony and up to five years in prison, KIVI-TV reported.
The legislation makes Idaho the first state in the nation to impose criminal penalties for knowingly entering bathrooms designated for the opposite sex in government buildings and public accommodations, including private businesses.
The signing coincided with “Transgender Day of Visibility,” when activists gathered outside the statehouse to protest, the Idaho Statesman reported.
Supporters argue the law safeguards privacy, safety, and women’s spaces.
Republican lawmakers emphasized that the legislation provides clear rules for public facilities while including exemptions for medical emergencies, custodial duties, and law enforcement activities.
First-time violations carry a misdemeanor with up to one year in prison, while a second offense within five years can result in a felony and up to five years in prison, KIVI-TV reported.
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