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Texas AG Paxton Sues to Block Gender-Neutral Swim Rooms

6/2/2026

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Attorney General Ken Paxton sued to block June 7 “Big Gay Swim Day” gender-neutral rooms, alleging violation Senate Bill 8, Texas Women’s Privacy Act September 2025.
Denton warned on May 21 that gender-neutral facilities conflicted with state law.
PRIDENTON and OUTreach Denton called the suit frivolous and said they removed language after the notice.
The lawsuit seeks relief and cites penalties of $5,000 for a first offense and up to $125,000 for subsequent violations.

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Attorney General Ken Paxton sued to block June 7 “Big Gay Swim Day” gender-neutral rooms, alleging violation Senate Bill 8, Texas Women’s Privacy Act September 2025.
Denton warned on May 21 that gender-neutral facilities conflicted with state law.
PRIDENTON and OUTreach Denton called the suit frivolous and said they removed language after the notice.
The lawsuit seeks relief and cites penalties of $5,000 for a first offense and up to $125,000 for subsequent violations.