Politics & Government
Kenney Signs Transgender, Non-Binary Protection Law
The law protects rights of transgender and non-binary Philadelphians and provides accessible gender-neutral bathrooms in public buildings.
PHILADELPHIA (CBS) – Mayor Jim Kenney signed a bill into law Thursday morning that protects the rights of trans and non-binary Philadelphians. The legislation was sponsored by Councilmember Helen Gym.
It requires youth organizations to implement policies that protect young people who are transgender.
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The new law also ensures public buildings have accessible gender-neutral bathrooms, including each floor of City Hall.
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