The Texas Women's Privacy Act establishes regulations regarding the designation and use of certain facilities based on biological sex, defined as an individual's sex organs, chromosomes, and birth certificate. The bill mandates that multiple-occupancy private spaces, such as restrooms and locker rooms, be designated for use only by individuals of the same biological sex, with exceptions for custodial, maintenance, or medical purposes, as well as accommodations for individuals with disabilities or young children. It also introduces civil penalties for violations, with fines escalating from $5,000 for the first offense to $25,000 for subsequent violations, and allows residents to file complaints with the attorney general or pursue private civil actions for relief.

Additionally, the bill outlines provisions regarding sovereign, governmental, and official immunity in legal actions related to its enforcement. It asserts that the state and its political subdivisions have immunity from actions challenging the chapter's validity, although this immunity may be waived under certain conditions. A fee-shifting provision is included, making parties seeking relief against the state liable for the prevailing party's costs and attorney's fees. The act is designed to apply only to causes of action accruing after its effective date and includes a severability clause to maintain the validity of remaining provisions if any part is invalidated. The act is set to take effect 91 days after the legislative session concludes.

Statutes affected:
Introduced: ()