Ohio House Advances Bill Restricting Transgender Students' Bathroom Use

The legislation mandates K-12 and college students use facilities matching their sex at birth, pending Senate approval.

House Republicans added the measure to an unrelated college credit bill during a late-night session.
The bill also prohibits students from sharing overnight accommodations with the opposite biological sex.
Proponents argue the bill protects children and provides clarity for school districts.
Opponents claim it targets LGBTQ students and distracts from more pressing educational issues.
The Senate will review the bill after their summer break, with potential enactment pending Governor DeWine's decision.