California School Laws
Protects transgender students? Yes
Students are protected from discrimination and hate violence on the basis of gender identity and disability as defined under Cal Pen Code § 422.76 (2001). Cal Ed Code § 220 (2002).
Protects gay and lesbian students? Yes
California state law addresses discrimination and hate violence on the basis of sexual orientation it its safe school policy. Cal Ed Code § 220 (2002).
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Last Updated: 3/14/2008