This bill aims to revise laws regarding discriminatory practices in education by establishing specific unlawful practices for educational institutions. It explicitly states that it is unlawful for these institutions to allow male individuals to participate in athletic programs designated for females. Additionally, the bill mandates that educational institutions must provide individuals access to restrooms, locker rooms, shower areas, or sleeping quarters that are not accessible by individuals of the opposite sex while in use. The bill includes exceptions for certain situations, such as custodial purposes or emergencies.

The bill amends Section 49-2-307 of the Montana Code Annotated (MCA) to incorporate these new provisions. It introduces new legal language that defines the participation of male individuals in female-designated athletic programs as a discriminatory practice and outlines the requirements for access to gender-segregated facilities. Furthermore, it clarifies that the new regulations do not prevent institutions from accommodating individuals protected under the Americans with Disabilities Act or from establishing single-occupancy facilities.

Statutes affected:
LC Text: 49-2-307