Ohio Governor Mike DeWine has signed a new law that prohibits transgender students in Ohio public and private schools from using multiperson bathrooms that align with their gender identities. The measure, known as the 'Protect All Students Act,' mandates separate facilities for males and females based on their gender assigned at or near birth. The law, which will take effect in 90 days, has sparked controversy and divided opinions.
The bill's sponsor, Republican Ohio state Sen. Jerry Cirino, defended the law as a matter of safety, security, and common sense, emphasizing the protection of children and grandchildren in private spaces. Supporters of the law, such as the Center for Christian Virtue, praised Governor DeWine's decision to sign the bill, citing the importance of maintaining gender-specific facilities.
