S.516

Women's Safety and Protection Act

Introduced·3/25/25

Defines terms and establishes the Women's Safety and Protection Act in North Carolina.

The bill defines terms such as "biological sex," "gender," and "woman" in North Carolina law. It also enacts the Women's Safety and Protection Act, which mandates that single or multiple occupancy restrooms, changing facilities, and sleeping quarters in covered facilities be used by only one biological sex at a time. Exceptions apply for custodial, maintenance, medical, law enforcement, and emergency services.

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Where it stands

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Rules and Operations of the Senate Committee
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History

Mar 26, 2025

Senate

Passed 1st Reading

Mar 26, 2025

Senate

Ref To Com On Rules and Operations of the Senate

Mar 25, 2025

Senate

Filed