New Hampshire Governor Kelly Ayotte, a Republican, has struck down transgender bathroom legislation for the third time, continuing a pattern of executive vetoes on this issue in the state.
The bill in question would have prohibited males from entering female restrooms, locker rooms, and changing rooms. It also included a provision that would have kept boys from participating in girls’ athletic competitions at the school level.
This latest veto marks the fourth time the New Hampshire legislature has attempted to pass such a measure, only to be blocked by the governor. Ayotte’s predecessor, Chris Sununu, also vetoed a transgender-related bill during his tenure, establishing a consistent executive response to this type of legislation in the state.
