New law requires gender inclusive signage on single-stall restrooms - News3LV

LAS VEGAS (KSNV) — It’s now illegal in the state of Nevada for public single-stall restrooms to not be gender-inclusive.

“It’s offensive to people who don’t identify in those ways and it’s just kind of like a constant reminder right that they’re not accepted, they’re not safe,” said Susan Johnson.

Assemblywoman Sarah Peters sponsored Assembly Bill 280 which passed during the last legislative session.

It’s meant to help transgender people, gender non-conforming people and those with disabilities feel safer and more comfortable in public areas.

The owner of Bangkok Street said he treats his guests like family, so he’s had gender-neutral restroom signs before it was required.

“To me, I treat everybody the same, it doesn’t matter to me male or female, family is most important to me," said Jay Khohomklang, Bangkok Street Thai Street Kitchen owner.

But not everyone shares that sentiment. Some argue the new law goes against their beliefs.

“I think sometimes with certain things their viewpoints they kind of push it on a person and I think the same respect that you want as what your beliefs are, my beliefs are separate," said Yolonda Anthony, who is against the bill.

Regardless of where people stand, it is the law in Nevada.

If businesses owners don’t comply, they could be charged with a misdemeanor under the new law.

source: https://news3lv.com/news/local/new-law-requires-gender-inclusive-signage-on-single-stall-restrooms

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