Geary Higgins, a Virginia House delegate, has criticized Loudoun County schools for what he perceives as hypocrisy in their bathroom policies. Higgins expressed his views on the social media platform X, responding to a tweet that displayed a “male staff only” sign on a faculty bathroom at Stone Bridge High School.
“The hypocrisy is off the charts and I do not see how these people sleep at night,” said Geary Michael Higgins, Virginia State Representative for 30th District.
Loudoun County Public Schools have been embroiled in controversy over their transgender-inclusive bathroom rules. These policies permit students to use facilities that align with their gender identity. On August 13, 2025, the school board voted 6–3 to maintain this policy despite a federal directive warning of potential Title IX violations and possible funding cuts. This decision has reignited protests and legal threats, illustrating the ongoing conflict between local control and federal civil rights enforcement.
According to The Washington Post, several Virginia districts, including Loudoun, Fairfax, Arlington, Alexandria, and Prince William, currently allow bathroom access based on gender identity. On July 25, 2025, the U.S. Department of Education ruled these policies violate Title IX and warned that federal funds could be jeopardized if changes are not implemented. This development underscores how state-level districts are under direct federal scrutiny.
Nationwide disputes over student bathroom access have intensified over the past five years. By May 2025, 19 states had enacted restrictions on bathroom use in public facilities, including K-12 schools. Multiple broad bans were passed in 2024 and 2025. According to The 19th, these measures have led to ongoing federal lawsuits and highlight a significant policy divide across the country.
Higgins is a Republican who has represented Virginia’s 30th House District since January 2024. He previously served on the Loudoun County School Board from 2000 to 2003 and the Loudoun Board of Supervisors from 2012 to 2019. His focus has been on education and local governance. In the House of Delegates, he serves on the Health and Human Services and Counties, Cities and Towns committees.
