SB459 Exempting classification of individuals based on biological sex from the definition of an unlawful discriminatory practice in certain limited circumstances.
Exempting classification of individuals based on biological sex from the definition of an unlawful discriminatory practice in certain limited circumstances.
Impact Score — How Does This Bill Affect You?
Overall Impact Score
Concerning
Scale: 1 (harmful) to 10 (beneficial)
Your Wallet
No direct financial impact on residents.
Your Community
Weakens anti-discrimination protections for transgender individuals and creates community division.
Your Freedom
Carves out exceptions to civil rights protections, allowing discrimination against transgender people in specific settings.
Status
Inexpedient to Legislate: Motion Adopted Voice Vote 04/23/2026 House Journal 11
Voted Yes
0 R
Voted No
0 R
Sponsor
William Gannon (R)
The Short Version
Would exempt biological sex-based classifications from being considered discriminatory in certain situations. Creates legal carve-outs that could allow differential treatment of transgender individuals in contexts like bathrooms, shelters, and prisons.
Who's Behind This Bill?
Who Benefits
- ▲ Those who believe biological sex should determine access to sex-separated facilities
Who Pays the Price
- ▼ Transgender individuals who face reduced anti-discrimination protections
- ▼ Civil rights organizations
Roll Call Detail (2 votes)
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Voted Yea (15)
Voted Nay (9)
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Voted Yea (15)
Voted Nay (9)
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