Senate Bill No. 418 establishes new regulations for the use of multi-occupancy restrooms, changing rooms, and sleeping quarters within facilities operated or contracted by the Department of Corrections. The bill mandates that these spaces be designated for the exclusive use of either females or males, prohibiting individuals from entering areas designated for the opposite sex, with specific exceptions for custodial services, medical or law enforcement assistance, and emergencies. The Department of Corrections is tasked with promulgating rules to enforce these provisions, and the bill allows for the establishment of single-occupancy facilities and accommodations for individuals protected under the Americans with Disabilities Act.

Additionally, the bill provides individuals with a private cause of action for declaratory and injunctive relief if they encounter a person of the opposite sex in designated areas or are required to share sleeping quarters with someone of the opposite sex. Legal actions must be initiated within two years of the violation, and prevailing individuals may recover attorney fees and court costs. The bill is set to take effect on November 1, 2025.