HB 5717 Summary

• Requires local school boards to designate multiple occupancy bathrooms and changing facilities for student use based on biological sex as stated on birth certificate or state-issued ID.

• Requires governmental entities (state agencies, local governments, colleges, universities) to designate publicly owned or leased multiple occupancy bathrooms and changing facilities based on biological sex.

• Permits accommodations such as single occupancy bathrooms or faculty facilities upon request for special circumstances, but prohibits multiple occupancy facilities designated for opposite biological sex.

• Establishes exceptions allowing opposite-sex facility access for custodial, maintenance, medical, assistance, and supervision purposes, and allows children under age 7 to accompany a caregiver.

• Voids any conflicting local ordinances or policies and takes effect 90 days after enactment.