Supreme Court Allows Transgender Student to Use Preferred Bathroom in South Carolina
Updated: 9/12/2025
What it is
The U.S. Supreme Court on Wednesday declined to block a lower court ruling that permits a transgender student in South Carolina to use the school bathroom of her choice. This decision comes amid ongoing litigation regarding state laws governing bathroom access for transgender individuals.
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- The U.S.
- Supreme Court on Wednesday declined to block a lower court ruling that permits a transgender student in South Carolina to use the school bathroom of her choice.
- This decision comes amid ongoing litigation regarding state laws governing bathroom access for transgender individuals.
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- https://www.supremecourt.gov/orders/courtorders/091025zr_p860.pdf
- https://www.scstatehouse.gov/amendments.php?KEY=32886
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