Overview

• The bill aims to protect trans students' privacy by stopping schools from notifying parents about changes in gender identity or pronouns.
• Newsom's decision is uncertain despite his history of supporting LGBTQ rights.
• The bill follows intense debates and emotional testimonies in the California Assembly.
• Proponents argue the bill ensures gender identity conversations occur at home, while opponents claim it infringes on parental rights.
• The issue remains contentious, especially in politically divided 'purple' areas of California.