SC Equality tracks state legislation that could affect LGBTQ South Carolinians, their families, and the institutions that serve them

The Fight for Dignity Is Happening Now: S.199 Returns February 18

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S.162 is a direct attack on the trans community, making it impossible to legally change their gender on their IDs (identity documents) outside of restrictive scenarios. This bill would make life harder and less safe for trans South Carolinians, forcing identity documents to be mismatched and not reflect their gender identity. This bill also harms intersex people by placing a restrictive 12-month-since-birth timeline to make decisions and changes.

Two identical bills, S.199 and H.4756, are moving through the South Carolina legislature and threaten the safety, dignity, and privacy of transgender students. Learn what these bills would do, who they harm, and how you can take action — whether by contacting lawmakers, showing up in person, or tuning in live.

Understanding LGBTQ Legal Rights in South Carolina. There are local, state-wide, and federal protections. Reach out to a trusted attorney to learn more about your rights.

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