Breaking: Victory - Washington Senate Kills Anti-Transgender Bill!

February 11, 2016

In a close 25-24 vote, the Washington Senate today shut down an anti-transgender bill, SB 6443,  that would have undone the state’s regulations that ensure transgender people are able to use the facilities that match their gender identity.

Thanks to the 22 Senate Democrats and Republican Senators @stevelitzow, @SenatorAndyHill, and @senatorfain for voting against harmful SB6443

— Equal Rights WA (@equalrightswa) February 11, 2016

Equality Federation assisted members of the Washington SAFE Alliance with the latest messaging and other strategy support throughout the process. We will continue supporting transgender Washingtonians as we monitor 8 more bills, good and bad. Check out our Legislative Action Center to see the bills we are tracking.

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