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ID H0607
Bill
Status
2/16/2026
Primary Sponsor
State Affairs Committee
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AI Summary
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Multi-occupancy restrooms and changing facilities in government buildings must be designated male-only or female-only, with individuals required to use facilities matching their sex as defined in Idaho Code section 73-114
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Individuals who encounter a member of the opposite sex in a government building restroom or changing facility may sue the government entity for $10,000 per incident plus damages for psychological, emotional, and physical harm, with a 2-year statute of limitations
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Places of public accommodation (private businesses) must take reasonable steps to protect individuals' privacy from members of the opposite sex in restrooms and changing facilities, with liability for negligence-related damages
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Exemptions include single-occupancy facilities, family restrooms, emergencies, medical assistance, law enforcement activities, caregivers assisting those in need, and maintenance workers
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The law does not apply to public schools or certain covered entities defined elsewhere in Idaho Code, and takes effect July 1, 2026
Legislative Description
Adds to existing law to establish requirements and a cause of action regarding privacy and safety in public restroom and changing facilities and to establish a duty regarding the privacy and safety of restroom and changing facilities in places of public accommodation.
PROTECTING PRIVACY AND SAFETY IN PUBLIC BUILDINGS
Last Action
Introduced, read first time; referred to: State Affairs
2/17/2026