A trans man in Idaho is breaking down the real-life stakes of a proposed bathroom bill, and it’s chilling. Speaking at a hearing, Nikson Matthews explained how simply using the restroom could become a crime, with up to a year in jail for a first offense. If using the men’s bathroom, then risk being reported. If using the women’s bathroom, risk confrontation, or worse. Even lawmakers admit forcing trans people into the “wrong” bathrooms puts lives at risk. The bill has already passed the House and is moving forward.
