The Brief

Gov. Greg Abbott signed a new law that bans transgender people from using bathrooms that align with their gender identity in government buildings and schools.

The law also affects the placement of transgender people in prisons and family violence shelters.

While organizations can face steep fines for violating the law, there are no penalties for individuals.

DALLAS - Texas Gov. Greg Abbott signed a new law on Monday banning transgender people from using bathrooms in government buildings that align with their gender identities.

Transgender Bathroom Bill

What we know:

Senate Bill 8 requires individuals in schools and government buildings to use a bathroom that coincides with their biological sex.

It also limits what family violence shelters, prisons, and jails transgender

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