This bill amends section 15.1-06-21 of the North Dakota Century Code to establish regulations regarding accommodations for transgender students in public schools, particularly concerning restroom use. It prohibits school districts and teachers from adopting policies that require or prohibit the use of a student's preferred gender pronoun. Additionally, it mandates that a separate restroom accommodation plan for transgender students must be approved by their parents or legal guardians. The bill also stipulates that students are prohibited from using restrooms that do not align with their biological sex and requires that restrooms and shower rooms on school grounds be designated exclusively for males or females, with multi-stall gender-neutral facilities being prohibited.

Furthermore, the bill introduces a complaint process for parents who believe their child's school is violating these regulations, allowing them to escalate complaints to the attorney general if necessary. The attorney general is granted the authority to investigate complaints, issue subpoenas, and seek court orders to enforce compliance. Violations of this section may result in civil penalties of up to $2,500. The bill is declared an emergency measure, indicating its immediate implementation is deemed necessary.

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