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Senate Overrides Veto of ‘Bathroom Bill,’ Leaders React
Kansas Senate overrode veto on SB 244, restricting restroom use by biological sex and barring gender marker changes on IDs; 20 states have passed similar laws, lawmakers said.
- Senate President Ty Masterson said the chamber acted to override Governor Laura Kelly's veto of SB 244 after it had cleared the House with override-level support.
- The bill would restrict restrooms and locker rooms to biological sex and ban changes to gender markers on driver’s licenses and birth certificates, reflecting a goal of Kansas Attorney General Kris Kobach, as Republican lawmakers move to override the governor's veto.
- The bill includes carve-outs for children up to age eight and coaches, while individuals accused could face $1,000 fines and criminal charges, igniting passions and prompting gallery comments to pause proceedings.
- Senate Democratic Leader Dinah Sykes called the override rushed and risky, warning it invites litigation and strains local governments, while Loud Light condemned it as government overreach and the business community cited North Carolina's revenue losses.
- Twenty states have already enacted similar limits, and with the World Cup approaching, Sen. Pat Pettey warned restrictions could drive away teams and economic development in Kansas.
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