IN SB0215

Defines "sex" and "gender" in Indiana Code as biological classification of male or female based on reproductive characteristics present at birth, making the terms synonymous throughout state law

Requires all multiple occupancy restrooms and changing areas in public buildings, schools, state educational institutions, and businesses to be designated exclusively for male or female use, with violations punishable by criminal trespass charges and civil penalties up to $10,000

Mandates the Indiana Department of Health to identify and reissue birth certificates that were previously altered for sex classification changes, reverting them to the original sex recorded at birth and voiding superseded documents

Prohibits schools from promoting, requiring, or compelling use of pronouns, titles, or names inconsistent with a student's or employee's biological sex, unless a parent or adult student provides written request with healthcare provider documentation

Requires correctional facilities and county jails to house incarcerated individuals according to their biological sex, with civil penalties up to $10,000 for superintendents or sheriffs who violate this requirement