SB1226

SCH CD-BIO SEX-RESTROOM ACCESS

Introduced·1/24/25
Introduced Text

Illinois SB1226 mandates school districts to restrict access to restrooms and similar facilities based on biological sex.

SB1226 amends the School Code to require school districts to regulate and restrict access to public restrooms, locker rooms, dressing rooms, and similar facilities based on biological sex. The bill also mandates that school districts adopt policies providing for gender-neutral or alternative facilities for students, staff, and members of the public. It specifies that districts are not required to limit access by a minor accompanied by an adult guardian of the opposite sex, prohibit a person with disabilities from using a specified facility, or restrict access by custodial staff, school staff.

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History

Apr 14, 2025

Senate

Sponsor Removed Sen. Suzy Glowiak Hilton

Jan 24, 2025

Senate

Filed with Secretary by Sen. Andrew S. Chesney

Jan 24, 2025

Senate

First Reading