### Ohio Senate Approves Controversial Bathroom Bill Restricting Transgender Students

The Ohio Senate has passed Senate Bill 104, a controversial piece of legislation that has sparked significant debate. In a vote held on Wednesday, the bill passed with a 24-7 margin.

Senate Bill 104 primarily targets transgender students, barring schools and colleges from allowing them to use locker rooms, showers, and bathrooms that align with their gender identity. Instead, institutions would require these students to use facilities corresponding to their gender at birth.

Advocates for the bill argue that it ensures privacy and safety in school facilities. However, critics contend that it discriminates against transgender individuals, potentially putting them at greater risk of harassment and exclusion.

The passage of this bill marks a notable moment in the ongoing legislative discussions surrounding gender identity and the rights of transgender students in Ohio. The bill will now proceed to the Ohio House for further consideration.