LGBT Care Residents' Rights Bill Approved by Supreme Court

California Supreme Court rejected First Amendment challenge to LGBT Long-Term Care Residents' Bill of Rights.
Court reversed appeals court decision protecting nursing home employees' speech.
Violation defined as willful, repeated misgendering perceived as abusive by residents.
Enforcement under California's Health and Safety Code with civil/criminal penalties.
Five justices signed main opinion; two filed concurrence.
Chief Justice Patricia Guerrero stated criminal penalties are a last resort.
Attorney General Rob Bonta praised resident protections.

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California

Patricia Guerrero | Rob Bonta

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