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April 30, 2026

Transgender Residents Challenge Idaho's Bathroom Ban in Federal Lawsuit

  • Six transgender residents are suing Idaho over a bathroom ban set to take effect in July, arguing it is the strictest in the nation and unconstitutional.
  • The law mandates restroom use based on assigned sex at birth, with severe penalties including jail time for violations.
  • Plaintiffs, represented by the ACLU and Lambda Legal, argue the law forces them into dangerous situations and could lead to health issues from restroom avoidance.