Bill No. 418 establishes new regulations for the Department of Corrections regarding the designation and use of multi-occupancy restrooms, changing rooms, and sleeping quarters. It mandates that these facilities be designated for the exclusive use of either females or males, prohibiting individuals from entering spaces designated for the opposite sex, with specific exceptions for custodial services, medical or law enforcement assistance, and emergencies. The bill also allows for the establishment of single-occupancy facilities and requires the Department of Corrections to create rules for implementing these provisions.

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 facilities or are required to share sleeping quarters with someone of the opposite sex. Civil actions must be initiated within two years of the violation, and prevailing individuals may recover attorney fees and court costs. The act is set to take effect on November 1, 2025.