The proposed bill, known as the Protection of Women's Sports Act, mandates that all school sports teams be designated as either male, female, or coeducational based on the biological sex of the athletes at birth. Specifically, it prohibits biologically male students from participating in female-designated sports or using female locker room facilities. The bill applies to interscholastic and intercollegiate sports but excludes grades K-5 and intramural or club sports. It defines biological sex as the sex listed on an athlete's official birth certificate and stipulates that female-designated teams are exclusively for female students, while male-designated teams are open to students of any sex.
Additionally, the bill establishes a cause of action for athletes who suffer harm due to violations of these provisions, allowing them to seek injunctive relief and other equitable remedies against the responsible school or organization. It also protects athletes from retaliation for reporting violations, granting them the right to pursue legal action if they face adverse consequences. Importantly, the bill states that no governmental entity or educational institution will be liable for compliance with these regulations. The act is set to take effect on July 1, 2025.