Youngstown City Schools agree to comply with bathroom law
Ohio Attorney General Dave Yost threatened possible legal action against districts that didn't comply with the new law.
Here at home, Youngstown City Schools sent a statement saying they will comply with the law.
'The Youngstown City School District is dedicated to creating an educational environment where all scholars are valued. We will adhere to the law while fostering a school community of opportunity and success,' the statement said.
The bill officially goes into effect Tuesday.
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