The Texas Women's Privacy Act, proposed in S.B. No. 7, establishes regulations for the designation and use of certain public spaces based on biological sex. It requires political subdivisions and state agencies to designate multiple-occupancy private spaces, such as restrooms and locker rooms, for exclusive use by individuals of one sex. The bill defines key terms like "male," "female," "multiple-occupancy private space," and "single-occupancy private space," while allowing accommodations for individuals with disabilities or young children. Importantly, it prohibits individuals from using spaces designated for the opposite sex and includes enforcement mechanisms, such as civil penalties for violations and the ability for residents to file complaints with the attorney general.

Additionally, the bill addresses sovereign, governmental, and official immunity in civil actions, detailing the conditions under which these immunities apply and granting the Fifteenth Court of Appeals exclusive jurisdiction over related appeals. It asserts that the state, political subdivisions, and their officers or agents have immunity against actions challenging the validity of the chapter, with exceptions for federal law or waivers. A fee-shifting provision is also introduced, making parties seeking declaratory or injunctive relief liable for the prevailing party's costs and attorney's fees, with specific definitions and limitations. The provisions apply only to causes of action accruing after the bill's effective date and include a severability clause to maintain the validity of remaining provisions if any part is found invalid.

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