Texas Senate tentatively signs off on 'bathroom bill' in 21-10 vote

AUSTIN – The Texas Senate has tentatively signed off on the so-called “bathroom bill” in a 21-10 vote.

The controversial bill would regulate which restrooms trangender people can use in government buildings.

Supporters of Senate Bill 6 said the bill will protect women using the bathroom. Critics say it’s discriminatory.

The upper chamber must still give the legislation a final stamp of approval before sending it to the Texas House of Representatives.

The vote could come as early as Wednesday.