The ¨Bathroom Bill¨ as it has come to be known, deleted certain measures relating to the usage of a restroom by the opposite sex to help quell protests, but still the bill allows for anyone who identifies themselves as transgender to use the restroom opposite of what what they might be ‘under their clothes’.
After Parker modified the original bill, she drew heat from the transgender community, which she addressed:
“The base ordinance is still the same,” Parker said. “It says you can’t discriminate.”
Afterwards, Parker tweeted a message to address concern over the measure changes:
“To my trans sisters/brothers: you’re still fully protected in Equal Rights Ordinance. We’re simply removing language that singled you out.-A”
Parker showed her full communist colors as she proceeded to issue subpoenas to some pastors to turn over sermons dealing with homosexuality or gender identity in retaliation for their objecting to her legislation.
Careful next time you venture into a restroom in Houston, you and your kids might get an eyeful of something you didn’t expect.
The emotional battle over the controversial Equal Rights Ordinance finally came to an end Wednesday night at Houston City Hall. City Council passed the ordinance in an 11-6 vote.
Wednesday’s meeting began at 9 a.m. and continued until 8 p.m. as speakers were given a chance to add their voices to the debate before council voted.
According to the city secretary, the issue prompted 209 people to speak on the proposed ordinance — the biggest turnout the public comments council has seen.
The ordinance bans discrimination in housing and employment, and would extend protections to Houston’s gay and transgender community.
Also included among the 14 now-protected characteristics were race, ethnicity, age, religion and disability.
“This ordinance covers all of those categories,” Mayor Annise Parker said moments after the vote. “It is a good step forward for the city of Houston.“
While people spoke in front of city leaders, a group protested outside the building.
“I’m against it. I believe the word of God is specific about it,” said William Sutherland.
Some City Council members said their offices have been bombarded with calls and emails from people who don’t think the ordinance should pass.
Houston City Council Member Michael Kubosh said he doesn’t like that violators would face stiff penalties.
“It’s going to criminalize people that have been found in violation in the ordinance and the fine could be between $500-$5,000,” said Kubosh.
Late Wednesday, Parker officially signed the ordinance, which goes into effect immediately.
Despite the ordinance passing, some are vowing to continue the fight at the ballot box.
“There are people throughout the city that will not let this stand,” said Jonathon Saenz, the president of Texas Values. “There are people talking about recalls and referendums.”
Opponents of the ordinance have 30 days to collect the more than 17,000 petition signatures needed to appeal the decision.
Parker said Houston was the only major city that doesn’t have an equal rights ordinance.
You guys disgust me :/ you’re not even transphobic you’re just arses. and if you’re complaining about the rape “issues” i wasn’t aware that you were doing anything about it before the ordinance. People are people no matter what they identify as. If you don’t like it well too bad I don’t like your attitude about this but I still gotta deal.
Statistics show in American there are only .3% confirm transgender in American. Lets say that number is wrong lets say its 2% or higher. How many would live in Texas let alone Houston and you changed a law for a super small number of people in a population 2.19 million. Apathy at its finest!!!! The buckle of the bible belt has become the evang-jellyfish of the country. Disgrace!!!!!!
Well that was just silly and stupid, and a lie to boot.
Gross….Equality in the shower room and restrooms???? No matter what the freaks call themselves….a female is a female inside and out……..AND…….a male is a male inside and out! This crazy mayor is opening the door for the pervs to dress in a manner allowing them access to young girls and women for exposure and worst! This mayor is not sane and she’s is stomping on the equality of ‘real’ women and ‘real’ men! Just add another John to the transformers! She is opening the door to Pandora’s Box and it will come with risks, dangers, and hopefully lawsuits against this crazy mayor! SHe is NOT looking out for the rights of everyone!
This should not be acceptable. Whether you identify yourself as a man or woman regardless what organs you truly have, we are still different sexes. People will find ANY REASON to claim to be offended and say they are being discriminated against..shut the hell up. If you have a wiener, your a man. If you have a v****a, your a woman. If u have a wiener and want to be a woman, take your ass to the men’s bathroom, handle your business and get on with your s**t. Same for the women. Pick and choose your battles people. This is not one of them.
A set back for women and little girls. How about for every time a man that thinks he’s a woman abuses a natural born woman or little girl, the LGBT and organizations pushing for this gets sued.
it happened today at work. i dont think i can do this i have issues with men in a closed enviroment— what choice do we have!!!
This is soooo sad – and it shows where the rest of the country will follow. It also shows the selfishness of their community – they don’t care if ppl r made uncomfortable by this – all they care about is getting their way – what will they demand next?? Fine take the friggin bathrooms – I just won’t use them.
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