The Ohio State Senate has passed State Bill 104, which restricts transgender students from using bathrooms and locker rooms that align with their gender identity, mandating instead the use of facilities corresponding to their sex assigned at birth. The bill, passed along party lines with a 24-7 vote, is part of a broader legislative trend seen in at least ten other states. Critics, including the ACLU of Ohio and LGBTQ+ advocacy groups, argue that the bill infringes on personal privacy and safety, and amounts to an attack on transgender rights. Proponents of the bill, such as Sen. Jerry Cirino, claim it is necessary for protecting students in private spaces. The bill, which also prevents the construction of all-gender restrooms, now awaits Governor Mike DeWine's decision, with opponents urging a veto. Governor DeWine has expressed tentative support, pending review of the final language.