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Critics fear the new law was a factor in the famed Sundance Film Festival's decision to leave the state in 2027.
HB 257 defines a “women’s bathroom” and “men’s bathroom” as spaces exclusively designated for females and males, and includes criminal penalties for those found in violation.
The state's Republican governor, who once support trans youth, signed the bill into law Friday. Advocates warn the law will exclude and harm transgender students.
Activists voiced concerns that the proposed bill was too watered-down.
Detractors said the bill was vaguely worded and violated the rights of teachers.
The student's parents are calling on Natalie Cline to resign from the Utah State Board of Education.
Republican Gov. Spencer Cox signed the legislation into law on Saturday.
