Relating to the designation and use of certain spaces and facilities according to sex; authorizing a civil penalty and a private civil right of action.
What changed between versions
The definition of the core concept was changed from 'biological sex' (based on organs and chromosomes) to simply 'sex' (male or female), removing specific biological criteria.
New sections were added requiring the Texas Department of Criminal Justice to house inmates according to their sex and restricting family violence shelters to serve only female victims and their children.
The exceptions allowing entry into spaces designated for the opposite sex were expanded to include law enforcement, maintenance, and individuals accompanying someone who needs assistance.
New provisions were added to grant the state sovereign immunity and prohibit courts from issuing injunctions against the enforcement of the law.
A new fee-shifting provision was added to make attorneys who challenge the law liable for the opposing party's legal costs.
The bill title was changed from 'Texas Women's Privacy Act' to 'Texas Women's Privacy Act' (minor wording adjustment) and the subtitle was updated to reflect 'sex' instead of 'biological sex'.
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