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Missouri House Passes Bill Restricting Restroom Access by Birth Sex

4/22/2026

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The Missouri House of Representatives passed HB 2536, requiring restrooms and changing areas to be designated by sex assigned at birth.
The bill requires state-funded institutions, including schools and shelters, to enforce these designations.
It imposes penalties on entities that do not comply.
Critics warn it could increase harassment of transgender individuals.
The bill moves to the Missouri Senate, where Republicans hold a supermajority.

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Story summary

The Missouri House of Representatives passed HB 2536, requiring restrooms and changing areas to be designated by sex assigned at birth.
The bill requires state-funded institutions, including schools and shelters, to enforce these designations.
It imposes penalties on entities that do not comply.
Critics warn it could increase harassment of transgender individuals.
The bill moves to the Missouri Senate, where Republicans hold a supermajority.