This bill amends section 15.1-06-21 of the North Dakota Century Code to establish specific guidelines regarding restroom use and accommodations for transgender students in public schools. It prohibits school districts from adopting policies that require or prohibit the use of a student's preferred gender pronoun and mandates that a separate restroom accommodation plan be created for transgender students with parental approval. Additionally, the bill stipulates that students must use restrooms that align with their biological sex and prohibits multi-stall gender-neutral restrooms, while allowing for exceptions under federal disability laws and for school-sponsored events.

The bill also introduces a complaint process for parents who believe their child's school is violating these provisions, allowing them to escalate complaints to the attorney general if necessary. The attorney general is empowered to investigate violations, issue subpoenas, and seek court orders to enforce compliance. Furthermore, the bill establishes civil penalties of up to $2,500 for each violation, reinforcing the enforcement of these new regulations. The act is declared an emergency measure, indicating its immediate implementation.

Statutes affected:
INTRODUCED: 15.1-06-21
Prepared by the Legislative Council staff for Representative Frelich: 15.1-06-21
FIRST ENGROSSMENT: 15.1-06-21
Adopted by the Senate Education Committee: 15.1-06-21
Adopted by the Conference Committee: 15.1-06-21
Enrollment: 15.1-06-21