Politics & Government
Bill Creating Gender-Neutral Bathrooms In Philadelphia Approved: Report
It's a significant step forward for the transgender movement.
A bill requiring single-occupancy public bathrooms in Philadelphia to be gender neutral has been passed by the city council, according to reports.
The bill requires the labels of ”men” or woman” to be removed from restrooms, according to Philly.com.
Philadelphia is one of the first cities in the nation to adopt similar bills, NBC 10 reports.
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A gender-neutral bathroom was added to the White House earlier in 2015, according to reports, indicating significant progress for the transgender rights community nationally.
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Mayor Nutter is expected to sign the bill.
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