SB311

Women's Prisons

WIIW Sponsors SB311

Woman II Woman is excited to share that we are sponsoring SB311, a legislative initiative focused on enhancing health and safety in California's women's prisons. This bill, authored by Senator Shannon Grove, tackles the increasing concerns surrounding the current housing policies in these facilities.

Click here to see our sponsorship letter.

What does SB311 do?

SB311 gives CDCR the authority to establish secure facilities at CCWF & CIW to house transgender women. This will ensure their individual needs are met while protecting the privacy & safety of biological women. This bill also prohibits transgender inmates who are convicted of certain sexual offenses under the Sex Offender Registration Act from being housed in women’s prisons.

How can you help?

Every voice counts in shaping this policy! If you stand behind this initiative, help us by taking action. Here’s how you can act now to support SB311:

Contact your local legislators to express your backing for the bill. You can find your representatives’ contact information using your home address on the California State Portal. See our SB311 Resources section for helpful email & letter templates.
Spread awareness by sharing information about SB311 with friends, family, and on social media, highlighting its goal to protect vulnerable populations in prisons.
Consider reaching out to Senator Grove’s office directly to voice your support and stay updated on the bill’s progress as it moves through the legislative process.
Volunteer to spread awareness of SB311. Contact us via our website or send us an email at info@womaniiwoman.org.
Support WIIW with Your Donation. Sponsoring legislation such as SB311 demands considerable resources. Your contributions are vital for funding outreach initiatives, which include public education, organizing support-building events, and covering material costs. Every dollar helps amplify the voice of this cause, making financial support a critical piece of driving meaningful policy forward. See our Donate page for ways to contribute to our cause.